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Kia Sorento (2012) vs. Toyota Sienna (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Kia Sorento and 2012 Toyota Sienna specs.

2012 Kia Sorento and 2012 Toyota Sienna Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Kia Sorento Toyota Sienna  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
266 hp@6200
245 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 3,030 mm -1 mm
Length 4,671 mm 5,085 mm -1 mm
Width 1,885 mm 1,984 mm 0 mm
Height 1,709 mm 1,750 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,785 kg 2,080 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 75 L 76 L -1 L
Headroom, Row 1 996 mm 1,041 mm 995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,506 mm 1,651 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,029 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 1,008 mm 995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,491 mm 1,641 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,679 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 955 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 3 932 mm 973 mm -41 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,367 mm 1,552 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,128 mm 1,278 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 795 mm 922 mm -127 mm
Total Legroom 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) 2,906 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 258 L 1,107 L 257 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,048 L 2,466 L -1 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,053 L 4,248 L -2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Sienna

2012 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great for hauling mom and dad, two boys, their stuff, great grandma, the dog, and more stuff! see full Toyota Sienna review
2011 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Not cramped against the dashboard to keep the kids from kicking the seats! see full Toyota Sienna review
 
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