Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5000 420 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 119.0 in | -12.7 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 206.5 in | -22.6 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 78.8 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 77.2 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3781 lb. | 5549 lb. | -1768 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -8.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 63.2 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.3 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 63.7 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 59.9 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 38.3 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 51.9 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 50.2 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 37.7 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -7.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 55.0 ft3 | -18 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -35.8 ft3 |
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 |
2015 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |