| Model Year | 2024 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Arteon | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.9 in | 113.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 193.4 in | -1.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in | 0 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 72.8 in | -16 in |
| Curb Weight | 3677 lb. | 4440 lb. | -763 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 39.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 59.0 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.7 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 58.9 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.5 in | 55.5 in | -9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 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 | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -32.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -16.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -27.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Volkswagen Arteon.
| 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 |