Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.8 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 189.0 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.8 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 66.7 in | 6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 3931 lb. | 775 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.0 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.5 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.0 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.0 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 41.7 in | -4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 36.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 53.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 42.5 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 29.6 in | 5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 112.7 in (over 3 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 | 8.2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sorento.