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Mazda Mazda6 (2012) vs. Kia Sorento (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda Mazda6 and 2013 Kia Sorento specs.

2012 Mazda Mazda6 and 2013 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2012 2013  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Kia Sorento  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6250
269 lb-ft@4250
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 Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,920 mm 4,671 mm 0 mm
Width 1,839 mm 1,885 mm 0 mm
Height 1,471 mm 1,709 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,609 kg 1,715 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 75 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 996 mm -995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,506 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,400 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,080 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 947 mm 996 mm -49 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 955 mm 10 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 932 mm -932 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,367 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,128 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 795 mm -795 mm
Total Legroom 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 470 L 258 L 212 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 16.6 1,048 L 15.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.6 2,053 L 14.6

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda6

2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento

2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 
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