Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Sportage | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.7 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 174.8 in | 180.7 in | -5.9 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.3 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 68.1 in | -3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3311 lb. | 4098 lb. | -787 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.9 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.3 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.6 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.4 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 58.0 in | -8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 36.1 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.1 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Sportage.
2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |