Model Year | 2006 | 2019 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,595 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,583 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 55 L | 30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,003 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,212 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 960 mm | -23 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) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 1,065 L | 384 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 37.6 | -36.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 0 L | 2 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 |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |