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Ford Explorer (2006) vs. Chevrolet Traverse (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Explorer and 2017 Chevrolet Traverse specs.

2006 Ford Explorer and 2017 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

Model Year 2006 2017  
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 2017 Chevrolet Traverse

2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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