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Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Scion tC | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6000 173 lb-ft@4100 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 183.9 in | -9.9 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 74.2 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 67.3 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3060 lb. | 3781 lb. | -721 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 39.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.3 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 56.3 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.2 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 58.7 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.5 in | 55.9 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.6 in | -3 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 | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.7 | 37.0 ft3 | -22.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.5 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -38 ft3 |
2012 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 180-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
A fastback car with actual usable back seats! Coupes tend to have cramped back setas, but in this case it is very comfortable sitting in the back for extended periods of time. see full Scion tC 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 |