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2011 Ford Explorer and 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 188.8 in | 8.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 76.4 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 68.2 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4752 lb. | 4711 lb. | 41 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 59.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 56.7 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.9 in | 4.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 37.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 32.1 | 11.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
| 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
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