| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
| Model | Nissan LEAF | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,445 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,549 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,477 kg | 2,014 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 0 L | 85 L | -85 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 983 mm | -36 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,334 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,270 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 846 mm | 937 mm | -91 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 | 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 680 L | 385 L | 295 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.0 | 1,243 L | 23 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 850 L | 2,370 L | 848 L |
| 2013 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF 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 |