Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Saab 9-2X | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 99.4 in | 13.2 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 175.6 in | 22.7 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 66.7 in | 12.2 in |
Height | 70.0 in | 57.7 in | 12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 3263 lb. | 1627 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.7 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 52.7 in | 8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.3 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.9 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.3 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 52.9 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 51.7 in | 5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 33.7 in | 5.8 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) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 36.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 23.8 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 61.6 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.
2006 Saab 9-2X Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat leg room. Rear door opening tight at shoe level. Swooping c-pillar design obstructs outward visibility. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Lack of any type of lumbar support is very uncomfortable. I opened the seat and installed my own inflatable device...much better now. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Somewhat cramped rear legroom. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Not really very luxurious. see full Saab 9-2X review |