Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,174 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 2,197 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 83 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,001 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 935 mm | 2 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 960 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 843 mm | 43 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 691 L | -306 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,991 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 3,293 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 |
2015 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 |
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 |
2015 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |