Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 119.3 in | -5.6 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 200.2 in | -6.8 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 78.1 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 68.9 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4585 lb. | -54 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 65.0 in | -6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.6 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.5 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 64.6 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 66.1 in | -10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.6 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 38.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 61.1 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 50.3 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 36.3 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 114.4 in (over 3 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 39.1 ft3 | -25.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 87.1 ft3 | -43.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 150.0 ft3 | -66.3 ft3 |
2007 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 |
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 |
2011 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great for hauling mom and dad, two boys, their stuff, great grandma, the dog, and more stuff! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not cramped against the dashboard to keep the kids from kicking the seats! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2010 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Sienna LE that I have has full power driver seat which proves to bereally goodfor my back pain. see full Toyota Sienna review |