| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Honda Accord Crosstour | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 271 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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 | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.1 in | 113.7 in | -3.6 in |
| Length | 196.8 in | 193.4 in | 3.4 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 73.7 in | 1 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 72.8 in | -7.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4070 lb. | 4706 lb. | -636 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 59.0 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.7 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 58.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 36.9 in | 0.5 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 | 25.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 25.7 | 43.9 ft3 | -18.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 51.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -32.4 ft3 |
| 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I'm tall - 6-6" - and this is the roomiest and most comfortable car I've ever owned. Comparable to a Yukon for a driver. Great room inside at all seating positions for me. see full Honda Accord Crosstour review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Adjustability for a comfortable even on long trips see full Honda Accord Crosstour review |
| 2009 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 |