Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@7000 163 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 113.7 in | -10.6 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 193.4 in | -15.1 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 73.7 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 64.7 in | 72.8 in | -8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3426 lb. | 4706 lb. | -1280 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 59.0 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.4 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.9 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.5 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.9 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -6.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -12.8 ft3 |
2012 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Though a column-mounted shifter and a minivan-like walk through to the second row went away with the third-generation CR-V, Honda's compact crossover retains an interior that puts roominess and functionality ahead of sportiness. Thanks to an open design with a relatively compact instrument panel and center console, both rows feel even roomier than the class-leading (or close to it) specs suggest. Though the second-row seat is mounted too low to provide adults with much thigh support, the floor back there remains hump-free. see full Honda CR-V review |
2012 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats very comfortable and roomy. They almost appear too wide, and I wish they had more lateral support. Very useable center console with a flat top. see full Honda CR-V review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review |
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 |