Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,088 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,907 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 72 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,001 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,011 mm | 936 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 978 mm | -28 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,168 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 853 mm | 33 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 493 L | -108 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,342 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,413 L | 0 L |
2007 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 |
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 |
2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |