Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda MPV | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6200 200 lb-ft@3000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 106.7 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 189.5 in | 180.7 in | 8.8 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 73.3 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 69.1 in | 68.1 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3754 lb. | 4083 lb. | -329 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 58.9 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.3 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.6 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.8 in | 58.4 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.6 in | 58.0 in | 4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.1 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.0 in | 0.0 in | 38 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.1 in | 0.0 in | 58.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.9 in | 0.0 in | 46.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 53.7 ft3 | 31.7 | 22 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 127.0 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mazda MPV.
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 |