Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.7 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 180.0 in | 18.3 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 69.4 in | 9.5 in |
Height | 70.0 in | 58.7 in | 11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 3480 lb. | 1410 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.6 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 54.7 in | 6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.3 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 36.9 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 54.3 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 54.1 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.1 in | 3.4 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 35.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 11.6 | 32.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |