| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Nissan 350Z | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,313 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,515 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 76 L | 9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 0 mm | 983 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 0 mm | 937 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,082 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 193 L | 192 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 6.8 | -5.8 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 6.8 | -4.8 L |
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2007 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |