Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Expedition | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 5.4L V8 OHC-2v 310 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3600 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,023 mm | 2,893 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,245 mm | 4,796 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,002 mm | 1,941 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,961 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,530 kg | 2,137 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 106 L | 85 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,529 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,618 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,521 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 886 mm | 107 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 0 mm | 973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,318 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,275 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 958 mm | 0 mm | 958 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 527 L | 909 L | -382 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,557 L | 32.1 | -31.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,067 L | 2,008 L | 1 L |
2014 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |