Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Kia Sorento | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.7 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 179.8 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.3 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 68.1 in | 6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4150 lb. | 4112 lb. | 38 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.9 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.3 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.6 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.4 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 58.0 in | -11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.1 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 31.4 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 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 |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |