Model Year | 2009 | 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 | AWD | 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 | 4706 lb. | 3935 lb. | 771 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 |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you 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 |