Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 112.6 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 197.1 in | -9.3 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 78.9 in | -6.4 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 70.4 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4101 lb. | 4752 lb. | -651 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 18.6 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 61.3 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 57.3 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 61.0 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 56.7 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -32.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.5 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.5 | 43.8 ft3 | -12.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.7 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -17 ft3 |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.