Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,590 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,852 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 80 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,003 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 917 mm | 20 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 898 L | -513 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 31.7 | -30.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,880 L | 1 L |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |