Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Buick Verano | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6700 171 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 105.7 in | 6.9 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 183.9 in | 13.2 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 71.5 in | 7.4 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 58.4 in | 12 in |
Curb Weight | 4578 lb. | 3300 lb. | 1278 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.3 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 55.1 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.7 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.0 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.8 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 52.9 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 51.9 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.7 in | 5.1 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) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 36.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 14.3 | 29.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Buick Verano.