Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 121.1 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 200.3 in | -6.9 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 75.6 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 72.4 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 5249 lb. | -718 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.3 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.3 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.6 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.9 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.5 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 38.5 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 50.5 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 34.0 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 0.4 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 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |