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 | 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 |
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 |