

Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda MPV | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6200 200 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 111.8 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 189.5 in | 7.6 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 72.1 in | 6.8 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 69.1 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4503 lb. | 3754 lb. | 749 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 59.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.6 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.3 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 60.8 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 62.6 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.0 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 38.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 58.1 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 46.9 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 35.6 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 127.0 ft3 | -46.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mazda MPV.