Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.2 in | 1.5 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 190.0 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 71.7 in | 2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 56.1 in | 16.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3704 lb. | 827 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.3 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.4 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.5 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.0 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.1 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 51.4 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.4 in | 0.5 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) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 34.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 12.7 | 31.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 71 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |