Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
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 |
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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 | 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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2016 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |