Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 109.8 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 189.9 in | 7.2 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 75.8 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 71.5 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4731 lb. | 4805 lb. | -74 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 57.8 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.5 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.7 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.6 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 57.8 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 55.7 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 32.9 in | 6.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 34.3 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 57.7 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 43.3 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 29.3 in | 3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | 9.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 46.3 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 88.8 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
2010 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review |