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Toyota Corolla (2007) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Toyota Corolla and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2007 Toyota Corolla and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2007 2012  
Model Toyota Corolla Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 106.3 in -3.9 in
Length 178.3 in 183.9 in -5.6 in
Width 66.9 in 74.2 in -7.3 in
Height 58.5 in 67.3 in -8.8 in
Curb Weight 2530 lb. 3605 lb. -1075 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 19.8 gal. -6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 39.2 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.1 in 59.3 in -6.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.9 in 56.3 in -4.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.3 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 39.2 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.5 in 58.7 in -5.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.2 in 55.9 in -9.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.4 in 37.6 in -2.2 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 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) -33.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.5 ft3 9.1 ft3 4.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 13.5 37.0 ft3 -23.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.5 ft3 72.5 ft3 -59 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Corolla

2007 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Non existent, adults should not use the rear seats. Could be used as punishment for criminals. see full Toyota Corolla review
2008 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Car was too confined for 3 tall pre teen kids/8/11/12 years old. Not enough leg nor shoulder room, Wife and myself near 6ft tall see full Toyota Corolla review
2007 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
We would have never got rid of the Corolla, but we had a baby and the rear facing car seat made the front seat occupants seat too far forward, close to the dash, to make the seat fit.The car seat made driving very uncomfortable see full Toyota Corolla review
2007 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Front seat room was great, as long as the seats were able to be near the back of their travel. When we had to move the front seats forward for a car seat to fit in the back, it made it too uncomfortable see full Toyota Corolla review
2006 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
small and cramped see full Toyota Corolla review
2006 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Foot room to confining see full Toyota Corolla review
2006 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Leg room limited see full Toyota Corolla review
2006 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
At 6'2" there is no leftover room, even with the driver's seat all the way back. see full Toyota Corolla 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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