Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Honda Accord | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,930 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,847 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,453 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 70 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 978 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 945 mm | -8 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) | 2,024 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 396 L | -11 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 14.0 | -13 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 14.0 | -12 L |
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 |
2012 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Compared to any midsize sedan, the Accord Coupe's rear seat is tight and difficult to get into and out of. At 5-9 I can sit behind myself, but with only an inch between my scalp and the rear window and about the same between my knees and the front seat back. The rear seat is only in the "whys" here because it's being compared to the rear seats in other coupes, including the Hyundai's, and these are even tighter. Same story with cargo capacity. The Accord Coupe's 13.7 cubic-foot trunk would be marginally competitive in a midsize sedan, but it compares very well to those in other coupes. The Genesis Coupe checks in at 10.0. see full Honda Accord review |
2012 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Another reason I'm glad I got the EX model. The power lumbar on the drivers seat is my backs best friend. Even after 16 hour days and 1100 miles, my back is fine. Excellent seats! see full Honda Accord review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
6'4" and plenty of head and leg room. Leather seats and lumbar support fit me well. see full Honda Accord review |
2012 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 278-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Many reviews online state how comforable the seats are in the Accord, I cannot agree with them. I have owned a 2013 Altima as well and it is much more comfortable, but that car has a stability problem on the highway. see full Honda Accord review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 185-horsepower 2.4L I4 CVT FWD |
Front headrests are inclined too far forward, making the seats very uncomfortable for shorter drivers. Drivers taller than 6'3" won't have a problem. But as a shorter driver, the uncomfortable seats have caused extreme upper back pain. see full Honda Accord review |