| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Solara | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@3600 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 113.7 in | -6.6 in |
| Length | 192.5 in | 193.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.7 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 72.8 in | -16.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1091 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.7 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.9 in | -5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 55.5 in | -4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.9 in | -1.5 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 | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -30.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -69.9 ft3 |
| 2006 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |
| 2009 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 |