Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Saturn AURA | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.3 in | 0.3 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 190.9 in | 6.2 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 70.3 in | 8.6 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 57.6 in | 12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4921 lb. | 3660 lb. | 1261 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 55.9 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.0 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.4 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 54.0 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 52.2 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 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 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 14.9 | 28.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 65.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Explorer.
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |