Kia Sorento vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2016 catalog dimensions. Kia Sorento · Ford Explorer
- Length187.4 in
- Height66.3 in
- Wheelbase109.4 in
- Ground clearance7.3 in
- Curb weight3,704 lb – 4,101 lb
- Width74.4 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Kia Sorento is 10.9 in shorter (187.4 in vs 198.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 3.7 in taller (66.3 in vs 70.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 3.4 in longer wheelbase (109.4 in vs 112.8 in)
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.8 in more ground clearance (7.3 in vs 8.1 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 770 lb heavier (3,903 lb vs 4,672 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 770 lb heavier (3,903 lb vs 4,672 lb)
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.8 in more ground clearance (7.3 in vs 8.1 in)
- Length: Kia Sorento is 10.9 in shorter (187.4 in vs 198.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 3.7 in taller (66.3 in vs 70.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 3.4 in longer wheelbase (109.4 in vs 112.8 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageKia Sorento — Kia Sorento is shorter by 10.9 in
- More ground clearanceFord Explorer — Ford Explorer has 0.8 in more clearance
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Kia Sorento | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 187.4 in | 198.3 in | 10.9 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | — | — |
| Height | 66.3 in | 70.0 in | 3.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 112.8 in | 3.4 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in | 8.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb weight | 3,903 lb | 4,672 lb | 770 lb |
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