| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Chrysler Sebring | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 149 kW@5800 258 Nm@4850 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,743 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,844 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,793 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,394 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,461 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 85 L | -24 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 1,011 mm | 954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,334 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 983 mm | -74 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 937 mm | 31 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 453 L | 385 L | 68 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.0 | 1,243 L | 15 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 | 2,370 L | 14 |
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
While there is ample room in my Sebring, the seats are not designed for long trips. Hard, ungiving seats are my complaint. see full Chrysler Sebring 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 |