

Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 207 hp@6950 180 lb-ft@4000 |
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 | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,466 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,635 mm | 4,912 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,689 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,410 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,295 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 85 L | -35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,011 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,293 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 983 mm | -15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,496 mm | 990 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 699 mm | 937 mm | -238 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 | 1,748 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 119 L | 385 L | -266 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.2 | 1,243 L | 3.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.2 | 2,370 L | 2.2 |
2006 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible 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 |