Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,489 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,067 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,722 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,151 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 47 L | 38 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 945 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,250 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 792 mm | 145 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 422 L | -37 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 14.9 | -13.9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 719 L | -717 L |
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 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |