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Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2008) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 106.3 in -3.2 in
Length 173.8 in 183.9 in -10.1 in
Width 68.5 in 74.2 in -5.7 in
Height 58.5 in 67.3 in -8.8 in
Curb Weight 3064 lb. 3605 lb. -541 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 19.8 gal. -2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.3 in 39.2 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 59.3 in -4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 56.3 in -56.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.5 in 41.3 in 2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 39.2 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.2 in 58.7 in -5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.9 in -55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 37.6 in -4.1 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 77 in (over 2 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) -33.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.0 ft3 9.1 ft3 9.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 19.0 37.0 ft3 -18
Cargo Volume, Maximum 44.4 ft3 72.5 ft3 -28.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2007 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 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
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review
 
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