Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6500 346 Nm@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 334 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,006 mm | 4,600 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 1,816 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,067 kg | 1,615 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 945 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 762 mm | 81 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 348 L | 247 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 1,053 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 2,067 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
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 |