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Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Acura TL | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 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 | 109.3 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 195.3 in | -1.9 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.0 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 57.2 in | 15.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3971 lb. | 560 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.1 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.7 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.5 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 36.7 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.2 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.8 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.2 in | 0.7 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 |
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats in this automobile are trimmed in supple leather yet are nice and firm in the European style for all day comfort. I look forward to some longer trips once spring arrives. see full Acura TL review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Small for adults see full Acura TL review |