Model Year | 2013 | 2020 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 119.1 in | -17.6 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 198.8 in | -33.4 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 78.9 in | -8.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 69.9 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4727 lb. | -1401 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.9 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.7 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 61.8 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.2 in | -59.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.3 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 61.9 in | -9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.1 in | -59.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.0 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | -36.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 47.9 ft3 | -32.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 | -41.8 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Ford Explorer.