Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7000 170 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 113.7 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 177.3 in | 193.4 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 73.7 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 72.8 in | -16.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2906 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1625 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 59.0 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.5 in | 55.4 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 58.9 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 55.5 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.9 in | -0.7 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 | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -36 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.5 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -71.2 ft3 |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Interior dimensions haven't changed, so the 2013 Civic continues to have one of the segment's roomiest rear seats (though not in the same league as the VW Jetta). A barely there floor hump and a broad cushy center seat render the Civic more capable than most compact sedans of seating three adults, though the rear cushion is somewhat low and hip room is in short supply. You'll find more shoulder room but less rear legroom in the Dart's back seat. Midsize sedans often don't offer much more rear legroom, but their seats tend to be more comfortably positioned. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
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 |