Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 112.6 in | -13.2 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 197.1 in | -38.1 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 78.9 in | -10.6 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 70.4 in | -10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2690 lb. | 4578 lb. | -1888 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.6 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 61.3 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 57.3 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.5 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 61.0 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 56.7 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.8 in | -5.2 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 | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -37.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.0 | 43.8 ft3 | -24.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -33 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.