Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Suzuki SX4 | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 143 hp@5800 136 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 98.4 in | 15.3 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 163.9 in | 29.5 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 69.1 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 63.2 in | 9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 2800 lb. | 1906 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 11.0 gal. | 11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 53.3 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.0 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.5 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 52.8 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 47.0 in | 8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 35.9 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 36.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 16.0 | 27.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 51.8 ft3 | 31.9 ft3 |
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 Suzuki SX4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic 4WD |
It is what it is. I fit into the seat well. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior and cargo space are roomy for a compact car. Lots of head & leg room for front and back seats. Easy to get in and out of front seats. Trunk is big. For a small car that's easy to park there's plenty of interior space. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seat are ok,,, miss the feel of leather but something I can live with, plenty of leg room for me. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic 4WD |
Seat is firm and I have enough head and leg room. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2007 Suzuki SX4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual 4WD |
Not much leg room, even for average adults. see full Suzuki SX4 review |