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Toyota Yaris (2009) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Toyota Yaris and 2011 Kia Sorento specs.

2009 Toyota Yaris and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Toyota Yaris Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 96.9 in 106.3 in -9.4 in
Length 150.6 in 183.9 in -33.3 in
Width 66.7 in 74.2 in -7.5 in
Height 60.0 in 67.3 in -7.3 in
Curb Weight 2340 lb. 3605 lb. -1265 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.1 gal. 19.8 gal. -8.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.2 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 51.4 in 59.3 in -7.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.0 in 56.3 in -6.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 41.3 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 39.2 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 50.4 in 58.7 in -8.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.7 in 55.9 in -9.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.8 in 37.6 in -3.8 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 74.1 in (over 2 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) -36.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.3 ft3 9.1 ft3 0.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 9.3 37.0 ft3 -27.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 25.7 ft3 72.5 ft3 -46.8 ft3

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

2009 Toyota Yaris Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
I can adjust the seat back so I can reach all controls with just arm movement. I can raise the seat so my thighs are fully supported right out to my knees. see full Toyota Yaris review
2008 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
For the size of car, there is a lot of front seat room see full Toyota Yaris review
2008 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Have driven Tampa - Durham multiple times (11-12 hrs each way). Seat feels REAL nice to me. see full Toyota Yaris review
2009 Toyota Yaris Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Ride position too low. see full Toyota Yaris review
2008 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Ha ha ha ha! Perhaps a small dog would be comfortable back there. The only good thing about the back seat is that I've read it is not too hard to remove it entirely! see full Toyota Yaris review
2008 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Not comfortable to sit in for more than an hour. see full Toyota Yaris review
2008 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The back seats are extremely cramped when slid forward. They must be slid forward when a non-tiny amount of cargo needs to be put in the back. see full Toyota Yaris review
2008 2dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Small in the back, but the seats can adjust, recline and fold down for cargo. see full Toyota Yaris review
2008 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
incofortable even for only two adults. The passanger in the center will be very inconfortable when tree passengers are in rear seat. see full Toyota Yaris review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento

2011 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 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 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 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
2011 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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