Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 101.5 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 165.4 in | 28 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.3 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 58.3 in | 14.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 2968 lb. | 1472 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.7 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.5 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 52.8 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 35.5 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 37.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.0 | 28.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | 37.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Ford Explorer.
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |