Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,215 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 50 L | 35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 922 mm | 15 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 617 L | -232 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 21.8 | -20.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,506 L | 1 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 |
2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |