Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.3 in | 7.4 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 183.9 in | 9.5 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 67.3 in | 5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3935 lb. | 596 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.3 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.3 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.7 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.9 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.6 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 36.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 53.8 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 44.4 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 31.3 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 11.2 ft3 |
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 |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2013 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 |