Model Year | 2021 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 121.2 in | -2.1 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 202.5 in | -3.7 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 76.9 in | 2 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 68.9 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 4345 lb. | 4335 lb. | 10 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.8 in | 63.0 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 0.0 in | 59.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.9 in | 64.7 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 0.0 in | 59.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.3 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 37.9 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.6 in | 62.0 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.2 in | 31.8 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.9 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -35.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.8 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -53.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Ford Explorer.
2009 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 |