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2009 Ford Escape and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 179 kW@6550 302 Nm@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@6300 336 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,437 mm | 4,671 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,785 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 75 L | -13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 996 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 955 mm | -51 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 932 mm | -932 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,367 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,128 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 258 L | 569 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 1,048 L | 28.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 2,053 L | -1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| 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 |
| 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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