Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 3,078 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 5,006 mm | 5,144 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 1,953 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,043 kg | 2,096 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 78 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,600 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,643 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 922 mm | -921 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 963 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 808 mm | 35 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,761 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 915 L | -320 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 2,350 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 3,993 L | -1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |