

Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Scion tC | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.7 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 193.4 in | -19.4 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 73.7 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 72.8 in | -17.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1561 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 59.0 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.4 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 38.7 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 58.9 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 55.5 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.9 in | -3.3 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 | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -39 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -48.3 ft3 |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC 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 |