Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 1,669 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 60 L | 25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,008 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 973 mm | -36 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 945 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 762 mm | 124 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 348 L | 37 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,053 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,067 L | 0 L |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |