Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 236 hp@5200 266 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 109.8 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 189.2 in | 4.2 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 75.2 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 69.3 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4045 lb. | 486 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.0 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.3 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.2 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 34.6 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 32.9 in | 4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 56.7 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 48.4 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 24.1 in | 10.8 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 13.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 36.6 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | 8.6 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 |
2008 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
This is a vehicle designed for people 5 fett 11 inches and under - no two ways about it. If you are 5 feel 11 or over you will not enjoy this truck. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The consequence of reducing overall height while maintaining trail worthy obstacle clearance is a relatively low to floor seating position more attune to sedans. Seats are comfortable though even for a big framed person. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Seat position low to floor leaves you sitting with a knee high position. Seats itself are comfortable, but there is no space for your feet under the front seats. All floor surfaces are almost flat though considering it truck roots. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not a power seat. Cannot get it into an optimum adjustment. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
No third row, cargo space small see full Toyota 4Runner review |