Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.5 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 187.8 in | 5.6 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 72.5 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 66.3 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4101 lb. | 430 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 55.8 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.6 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.3 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 51.1 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.9 in | -3 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) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 33.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 31.5 | 12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | 20 ft3 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |