| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Prius v | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 109.4 in | 3.2 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 181.7 in | 15.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 69.9 in | 9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 62.0 in | 8.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4578 lb. | 3274 lb. | 1304 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 6.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 55.9 in | 5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.5 in | 3.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 55.2 in | 5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 53.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.9 in | 3.9 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) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 36.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 34.3 | 9.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 67.3 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
| 2012 Toyota Prius v Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I am just over 6 ft. and spouse at 5ft 4. The seat can be raised plus forward and back. It fit us both well. see full Toyota Prius v review |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Comfortable rear seating. Very roomy. see full Toyota Prius v review |