Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Magnum | Ford Explorer | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 113.7 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 193.4 in | 4.3 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 73.7 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 72.8 in | -14.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3896 lb. | 4440 lb. | -544 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 | 58.7 in | 59.0 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.4 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 58.9 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.5 in | 0 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 | 27.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -16.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -12.1 ft3 |
2006 Dodge Magnum Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
more or less a full sized car...very comfortable on long trips...power seats recline well. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 350-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
SRT style seats fit very well, provide excellent side suppiort. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 190-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
Roomy! For 5 passengers, everyone is completely comfortable. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 425-horsepower 6.1L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It needed to fit three toddler seats across and does. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy compartment and excellent, firm front seats are comfortable even for an entire day of driving. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
HEMI performance see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very roomy. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great back support, heated, fine adjustability but could use bigger side bolsters. Tilt/telescope leather wheel and power pedals help with finding a comfortable position. With the 08 softer arm rest materials, it should be much better. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Room for passengers see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Wide seating area, fits big people as well as small. Seats are very comphy padded well for long trips. Very comfortable on 12+ hour drives. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2008 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 |