Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Kia Sorento | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 106.7 in | 11.2 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 179.8 in | 22.5 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 73.3 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 68.1 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4471 lb. | 4112 lb. | 359 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.7 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.3 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.6 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.0 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.1 in | 8.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 0.0 in | 33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 39.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 31.4 ft3 | -12 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 31.4 | 13.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |