Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Chrysler 300 | Ford Explorer | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 113.7 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 193.4 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 73.7 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 72.8 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3712 lb. | 4440 lb. | -728 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 59.0 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.4 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.7 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.7 in | 58.9 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.5 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 36.9 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 82 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -32.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.6 | 43.9 ft3 | -28.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -68.1 ft3 |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room in the front, heated front seats and a nice comfy seat. Just returned from a 7 hour trip in the car and not once did i feel uncomfortable. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
we have big friends, more leg than most other cars in its size see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The adjustable seats fit anyone. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I can adjust the seat to just about any position to be comfortable. I have taken 4-hour nonstop drives and remained comfortable to the end. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was a very comfortable ride. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lots of leg room, comfortable seats. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Stiff and firm. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat cushion provided little support. see full Chrysler 300 review |
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 |