Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Dodge Challenger | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 116.0 in | -2.3 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 197.7 in | -4.3 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 75.7 in | -2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 57.0 in | 15.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3719 lb. | 721 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.2 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.7 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.0 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.4 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 53.9 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 51.4 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 32.6 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 39.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 16.2 | 27.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | 67.5 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2010 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Challenger has tilt/telescope steering wheel that can be positioned exactly where you want see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
I can set the front seat in a comfortable location for myself and still have room behind me for a rear seat passenger. Seat can be positioned for a more chair-like seating position. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Larger/wider back seat with capability of handling modern child seats. Adequate space for occasional adult use of back seat. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
With the tilt/telescope steering wheel and the larger interior room vs. its competitors this car is easily adjusted to fit the driver and I get out still feeling good after all-day drives. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The most comfortable seats I have ever been in can drive all day and back does not hurt. see full Dodge Challenger review |