Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,858 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,770 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,842 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 1,860 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 71 L | 14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 996 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,303 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,013 mm | 936 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 889 L | -504 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 31.4 | -30.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,804 L | 1 L |
2008 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 |
2011 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort and room is great. Driver side lumbar support continues to work great. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We really like the track sliding nature of the rear seat. Give passengers in the back plenty of leg room. Also, the large rear doors make it quite easy for our aging parents to get in and out of this vehicle. This feature, more than any other, really "sold" us on the Chevy Equinox. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The equinox was one of the very few cars that could swallow both a double stroller and two infant seats with ease. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 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 |
2010 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the firmness of the front seats, but others may have an issue with it. Seat width leans to the narrow side however, and shoulder room is merely adequate. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom is phenominal (and one of the big reasons I chose the Equinox) when you slide it all the way back. This is the first vehicle I've owned where you can fit 4 6'+ people without anyone having to readjust their seats or compromise in any way. The rear seats also recline to a small degree which is an added bonus. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |