Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 117.9 in | -11.2 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 202.3 in | -21.6 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 75.9 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 67.6 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4098 lb. | 4839 lb. | -741 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 41.8 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 58.4 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.4 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.8 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 57.1 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 55.0 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 44.3 in | -8.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -39.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 | 45.0 ft3 | -13.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |