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Ford Explorer (2006) vs. Chevrolet Traverse (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Explorer and 2014 Chevrolet Traverse specs.

2006 Ford Explorer and 2014 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

Model Year 2006 2014  
Model Ford Explorer Chevrolet Traverse  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
281 hp@6300
266 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 118.9 in -5.2 in
Length 193.4 in 203.7 in -10.3 in
Width 73.7 in 78.5 in -4.8 in
Height 72.8 in 69.9 in 2.9 in
Curb Weight 4531 lb. 4844 lb. -313 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 22.0 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.4 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 61.5 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 58.0 in -2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.3 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 39.4 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 61.0 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 57.8 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 36.8 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 37.8 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 57.6 in -4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 48.3 in -3 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 33.2 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 111.3 in (over 3 rows) 2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 24.4 ft3 -10.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 70.3 ft3 -26.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 116.3 ft3 -32.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer

2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse

2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 
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