Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Jeep Liberty | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5200 235 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 104.3 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 174.4 in | 22.7 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 71.6 in | 7.3 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 71.9 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4731 lb. | 4001 lb. | 730 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 56.5 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.0 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 42.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 56.5 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 47.4 in | 9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 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) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 29.0 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 29.0 | 14.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 69.0 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
2006 Jeep Liberty Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 160hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Fits our kids. see full Jeep Liberty review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
fullypowered front seat. gives you perfect control over your position as a driver see full Jeep Liberty review |