Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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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 |
2008 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 |
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