Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus GX | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.7 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 188.2 in | 180.7 in | 7.5 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 73.3 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 74.6 in | 68.1 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4871 lb. | 4477 lb. | 394 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.7 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 58.9 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.3 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.6 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 58.4 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 58.0 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.5 in | 0.0 in | 36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.9 in | 0.0 in | 24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 24.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.7 ft3 | 31.7 | 18 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.5 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
2009 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |
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 |