Kia Optima (2020) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

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2020 Kia Optima and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year	2020	2009
Model	Kia Optima	Ford Explorer
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350	4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.4 in	113.7 in	-3.3 in
Length	191.1 in	193.4 in	-2.3 in
Width	73.2 in	73.7 in	-0.5 in
Height	57.7 in	72.8 in	-15.1 in
Curb Weight	3558 lb.	4531 lb.	-973 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	22.5 gal.	-4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	39.8 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.1 in	59.0 in	-0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.0 in	55.4 in	0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	42.4 in	3.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	38.7 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.4 in	58.9 in	-2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.0 in	55.5 in	0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.6 in	36.9 in	-1.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.4 in	-37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	53.1 in	-53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	45.3 in	-45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	34.9 in	-34.9 in
Total Legroom	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	-33.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.9 ft³	13.6 ft³	2.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.9	43.9 ft³	-28
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.9 ft³	83.7 ft³	-67.8 ft³

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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

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