Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.3 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 183.9 in | 0.7 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 74.2 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 67.3 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 3781 lb. | -132 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.3 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 58.7 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.9 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 36.7 in | -4.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 53.8 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 44.4 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 31.3 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 8.1 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander 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 |