Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sportage | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
6.2L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@5600 417 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 116.0 in | -12.1 in |
Length | 174.8 in | 202.0 in | -27.2 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 79.0 in | -6 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 76.9 in | -12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3466 lb. | 5480 lb. | -2014 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 41.1 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 65.3 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 64.4 in | -10.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 65.2 in | -10.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 60.6 in | -11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.0 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -26.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.1 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 26.1 | 60.3 ft3 | -34.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -54.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Sportage.
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |