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2009 Kia Sorento and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Sorento | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 113.7 in | -7 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 193.4 in | -12.7 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 73.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 72.8 in | -4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4477 lb. | 4706 lb. | -229 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 59.0 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 58.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 55.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.9 in | -0.8 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 | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 18.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 | 43.9 ft3 | -12.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 2008 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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