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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Kia Sorento (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2013 Kia Sorento specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2013 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2009 2013  
Model Ford Explorer Kia Sorento  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
218 kW@5750
407 Nm@3950
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
206 kW@6300
336 Nm@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,671 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,885 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,709 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,135 kg 1,785 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 75 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 996 mm -995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,506 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 996 mm -13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 955 mm -18 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 932 mm 18 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 1,367 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 1,128 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 795 mm 91 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 258 L 127 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 1,048 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 2,053 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento

2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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