Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
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 | 2,888 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,806 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,835 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 87 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 993 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 879 mm | 58 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 836 mm | 114 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,229 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 612 mm | 274 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,553 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 340 L | 45 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,036 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,127 L | 0 L |
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 |
2009 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 |