Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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 | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.7 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 180.7 in | 5.5 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 73.3 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 68.1 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 4098 lb. | -228 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.7 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.9 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.3 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.6 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.1 in | 0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 |
2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX 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 |