Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.2 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 174.9 in | 5.8 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 70.1 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 69.7 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4083 lb. | 3444 lb. | 639 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 56.3 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 53.2 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 55.9 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 49.1 in | 8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 35.6 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |