Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Acura RL | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.2 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 193.6 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 72.2 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 57.1 in | 15.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4012 lb. | 519 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.4 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.5 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.5 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.2 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.1 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.0 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.3 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 35.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.1 | 30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 70.6 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |