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Toyota Sienna (2009) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Toyota Sienna and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2009 Toyota Sienna and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Toyota Sienna Kia Sorento  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
266 hp@6200
245 lb-ft@4700
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 119.3 in 106.3 in 13 in
Length 200.0 in 183.9 in 16.1 in
Width 77.4 in 74.2 in 3.2 in
Height 68.9 in 67.3 in 1.6 in
Curb Weight 4398 lb. 3935 lb. 463 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 19.8 gal. 0.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 42.0 in 39.2 in 2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.8 in 59.3 in 4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.4 in 56.3 in 2.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 41.3 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.2 in 39.2 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 64.9 in 58.7 in 6.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 67.5 in 55.9 in 11.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.6 in 37.6 in 2 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.1 in 36.7 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 61.1 in 53.8 in 7.3 in
Hip Room, Row 3 51.8 in 44.4 in 7.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 39.5 in 31.3 in 8.2 in
Total Legroom 122 in (over 3 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) 11.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 43.6 ft3 9.1 ft3 34.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 94.5 ft3 37.0 ft3 57.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 148.9 ft3 72.5 ft3 76.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Sienna

2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The Sienna LE that I have has full power driver seat which proves to bereally goodfor my back pain. see full Toyota Sienna review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna 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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