

Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Mustang | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 107.1 in | 6.6 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 188.1 in | 5.3 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.9 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 55.6 in | 17.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3447 lb. | 993 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.5 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 55.3 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.4 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 34.7 in | 4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 51.6 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 46.8 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 29.8 in | 7.1 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) | 72.2 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.4 | 30.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 70.3 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 |
2012 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |
2012 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Coupe 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
My dad's 2010 Camaro has much more legroom than my Mustang. 2 more inches would help a lot, though I have to admit even at 6-3, I'm still pretty comfy in the Mustang. The room would be nice to have on trips. see full Ford Mustang review |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
Felt like seating position was "on the floor". Steering wheel had only tilt adjustment, no telescope. see full Ford Mustang review |