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2011 Dodge Journey and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | Dodge Journey | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 113.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Length | 192.4 in | 193.4 in | -1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 66.6 in | 72.8 in | -6.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4195 lb. | 4706 lb. | -511 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.8 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 59.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.9 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 55.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.9 in | -3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 37.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.5 in | 53.1 in | -9.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 45.3 in | -5.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 23.4 in | 34.9 in | -11.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -16.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Dodge Journey
| 2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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