Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.7 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 175.9 in | 180.7 in | -4.8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.3 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 68.1 in | -10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3447 lb. | 4477 lb. | -1030 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.9 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.3 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.5 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 58.4 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 58.0 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.1 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -53.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo S40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.