Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Acura RSX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 101.2 in | 11.4 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 172.4 in | 24.7 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 67.9 in | 11 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 54.9 in | 15.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4557 lb. | 2840 lb. | 1717 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.8 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 52.6 in | 8.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 51.1 in | 6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 34.1 in | 6.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 51.3 in | 9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 46.2 in | 10.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 29.2 in | 10.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 41.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 16.0 | 27.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 64.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |