| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Dodge Challenger | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 113.7 in | 2.3 in |
| Length | 197.7 in | 193.4 in | 4.3 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 73.7 in | 2 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 72.8 in | -15.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3719 lb. | 4440 lb. | -721 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 58.9 in | -5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 55.5 in | -4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.6 in | 36.9 in | -4.3 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 | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -39.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -27.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -67.5 ft3 |
| 2011 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Challenger has tilt/telescope steering wheel that can be positioned exactly where you want see full Dodge Challenger review |
| 2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
I can set the front seat in a comfortable location for myself and still have room behind me for a rear seat passenger. Seat can be positioned for a more chair-like seating position. see full Dodge Challenger review |
| 2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Larger/wider back seat with capability of handling modern child seats. Adequate space for occasional adult use of back seat. see full Dodge Challenger review |
| 2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
With the tilt/telescope steering wheel and the larger interior room vs. its competitors this car is easily adjusted to fit the driver and I get out still feeling good after all-day drives. see full Dodge Challenger review |
| 2011 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Coupe 372-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
While probably OK for short trips, but would not be comfortable for longer cruise even for small passengers see full Dodge Challenger review |
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |