| Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Honda CR-V | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.3 in | 9.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 181.0 in | 16.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.2 in | 8.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 66.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4534 lb. | 3318 lb. | 1216 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 56.9 in | 4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.5 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 56.5 in | 4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 53.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 32.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 33.5 | 10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 72.0 ft3 | 8.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford Explorer.
| 2006 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
The leather front drivers seat and passenger is very comfortable,much more so then my 2002 Honda accord se. The leather is cold in the winter but the heated seats help a lot. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Spaciousness see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seats are quite comfortable for passengers and have plenty of legroom. Entry/exit is easy. No hesitation to drive friends to a show / dinner theater /etc. where they have to stay in back an hour or more. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
steering wheel doesnt hit knees. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 156-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
With the lack of a center console, the front feels very open and airy. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising comfort on long trips, excellent leg room with rear seats all the way back. Great visibility for rear passengers. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2006 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Extremely cramped for me - just hated the interior and could not get past the legroom see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
No room for other passengers with a baby seat in the middle. see full Honda CR-V review |