| Model Year | 2006 | 2020 | |
| Model | Lexus ES | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 119.1 in | -12 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 198.8 in | -7.7 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 78.9 in | -7.6 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 69.9 in | -12.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3472 lb. | 4345 lb. | -873 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 40.7 in | -3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 61.8 in | -5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.2 in | -3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 40.5 in | -3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 61.9 in | -6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 59.1 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.0 in | -3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | -35.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.5 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.5 | 47.9 ft3 | -33.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.5 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 | -73.3 ft3 |
| 2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Ford Explorer.