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Kia Sorento (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Kia Sorento and 2011 Ford Explorer specs.

2008 Kia Sorento and 2011 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Kia Sorento Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
180 kW@6000
309 Nm@4500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
216 kW@6500
346 Nm@4000
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,710 mm 2,860 mm 0 mm
Length 4,590 mm 5,006 mm -1 mm
Width 1,862 mm 2,004 mm -1 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,788 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,852 kg 2,156 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 80 L 70 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,008 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,496 mm 1,557 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,405 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,082 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 1,029 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,483 mm 1,549 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,473 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 917 mm 1,011 mm 916 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 960 mm -960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,290 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,034 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 843 mm -843 mm
Total Legroom 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 898 L 595 L 303 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 31.7 1,240 L 30.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,880 L 2,285 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Sorento

2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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