2025 Ford
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 18 - 20 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 29 MPG | 27 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 - 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 74.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Ford Explorer than the Kia Sportage.
The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage.
Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Ford Explorer, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Sportage.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Explorer will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sportage, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Kia Sportage, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Ford Explorer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Sportage.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Explorer greatly out-muscles the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Explorer does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage.
Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sportage, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.