Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mercury Montego | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.9 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 200.9 in | -7.5 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.5 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 61.5 in | 11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3819 lb. | 712 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.8 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.7 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.6 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.6 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.6 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 41.9 in | -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) | 83.1 in (over 2 rows) | 31.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | -7.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 21.2 | 22.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 62.5 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 Mercury Montego Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
It is huge. see full Mercury Montego review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
My parents are aging & dad has a replaced hip. The height of both the front & rear seats makes it easier to get in & out of the car. see full Mercury Montego review |