Kia Sorento 2020 vs Ford Explorer 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.3 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Kia Sorento) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Ford Explorer) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 201 HP | 280 HP | |
| Torque: | 440 NM | 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Kia Sorento engine produces 79 HP less power than Ford Explorer, but torque is 20 NM more than Ford Explorer. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 11.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 67 litres | 70 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 176 mm (6.9 inches) | 198 mm (7.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Ford Explorer can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
| Kia Sorento 2020 2.2 engine: In 2009, Hyundai-Kia introduced a new generation of R-series diesel engines. The 2.2-liter version featured a cast-iron block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a Bosch CP4 Common Rail fuel ... More about Kia Sorento 2020 2.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.81 m | 5.02 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.99 m | |
| Height: | 1.70 m | 1.79 m | |
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Kia Sorento is smaller. Kia Sorento is 21 cm shorter than the Ford Explorer, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Kia Sorento is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Seats: | 7 seats | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 187 litres | 595 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | 187 litres | 595 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | 910 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2011 litres | 2313 litres | |
| In 7-seat version Ford Explorer has more luggage space (by 408 litres). The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Ford Explorer (by 302 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | no data | |
| Gross weight: | 2`510 kg | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Kia Sorento scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 41 800 | 21 000 | |
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