

Model Year | 2012 | 2005 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Corolla | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@7600 125 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 102.4 in | 10.2 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 178.3 in | 18.8 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 66.9 in | 12 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 58.5 in | 11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4557 lb. | 2670 lb. | 1887 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 53.1 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 51.9 in | 5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.1 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 53.5 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 46.2 in | 10.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.4 in | 4.4 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) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 36.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 | 7.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.5 | 30.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 | 67.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
2005 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I am 6 feet tall, and weigh 250 pounds. I have a LOT of headroom, and legroom. Entry and exit is very easy. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Bolstering and grippy fabric. None of the rat hair from the base. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
can fit a large man with ease see full Toyota Corolla review |
2005 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
At 6'2" there is no leftover room, even with the driver's seat all the way back. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
small and cramped see full Toyota Corolla review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Foot room to confining see full Toyota Corolla review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Leg room limited see full Toyota Corolla review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The design of the front seats makes it difficult to get four normally proportioned adults into a car which looks like it would accomodate them. The bolstering in the back makes the five-seater only take four. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The car could be a bit wider to better accommodate 3 people in the back seat. see full Toyota Corolla review |