Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 101.5 in | 11.1 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 168.7 in | 28.4 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 69.5 in | 9.4 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 56.0 in | 14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4752 lb. | 3479 lb. | 1273 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.1 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 54.3 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 36.9 in | 3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 52.8 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.8 in | 5 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) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 37.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.1 | 30.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |