

Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Lincoln Zephyr | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 113.7 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 190.5 in | 193.4 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 73.7 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 55.9 in | 72.8 in | -16.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3406 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1125 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 59.0 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 55.4 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.9 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 55.5 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.9 in | 0.1 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 | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -28.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -67.9 ft3 |
2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Firm, comfortable, 8 way power adjust including lumbar. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat cushions seem too short. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |