Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,585 mm | 4,671 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,750 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,615 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,568 kg | 1,635 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 75 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,468 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 942 mm | 932 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,252 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,039 mm | 1,128 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 775 mm | 795 mm | -20 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,809 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 320 L | 258 L | 62 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,257 L | 1,048 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,008 L | 2,053 L | 0 L |
2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |