Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@7800 188 Nm@6200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,488 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,753 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,321 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 85 L | -35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,318 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 983 mm | -33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,295 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 937 mm | -58 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 340 L | 385 L | -45 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 1,243 L | 11 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 | 2,370 L | 10 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 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 |