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Mazda CX-7 (2007) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Mazda CX-7 and 2011 Kia Sorento specs.

2007 Mazda CX-7 and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2007 2011  
Model Mazda CX-7 Kia Sorento  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
244 hp@5000
258 lb-ft@2500		 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.3 in 106.3 in 2 in
Length 184.0 in 183.9 in 0.1 in
Width 73.7 in 74.2 in -0.5 in
Height 64.8 in 67.3 in -2.5 in
Curb Weight 3710 lb. 3781 lb. -71 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.2 gal. 19.8 gal. -1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 39.2 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.0 in 59.3 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.8 in 56.3 in -1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in 41.3 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 39.2 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.8 in 58.7 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 55.9 in -2.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 37.6 in -1.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.7 in -36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.8 in -53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 44.4 in -44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 31.3 in -31.3 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) -32.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.9 ft3 9.1 ft3 20.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 29.9 37.0 ft3 -7.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.6 ft3 72.5 ft3 -13.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda CX-7

2007 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento

2011 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 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 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 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
2011 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
 
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