Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Pontiac G5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 171 hp@5800 167 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,629 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,006 mm | 4,567 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 1,715 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,077 kg | 1,357 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 50 L | 20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,255 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 907 mm | -906 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,176 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 818 mm | -817 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 0 mm | 843 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,885 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 394 L | 201 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 13.9 | -12.9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 13.9 | -11.9 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2008 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfortable for long rides see full Pontiac G5 review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room even for a tall person. see full Pontiac G5 review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is enough room for the majority of people even with an above average height person in the front seat. see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
getting into the back seat is difficult see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
small but it is a small car, besides I drive all the time! see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I prefer a larger car see full Pontiac G5 review |