

Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 104.7 in | 9 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 181.1 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 66.3 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3680 lb. | 851 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.1 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.8 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.3 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 52.4 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.3 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 37.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 52.6 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 43.3 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 30.0 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |