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 | 2,715 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 4,671 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 1,715 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 75 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 955 mm | -30 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 932 mm | -112 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 1,128 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 795 mm | -28 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 258 L | 39 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 1,048 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 2,053 L | 0 L |
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 |