2024 Ford
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2023 Porsche
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| MPG - City | 18 - 21 MPG | 17 - 19 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 28 MPG | 22 - 25 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 87.8 ft3 | 53.0 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 261 - 434 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 - 5,600 lbs | 4,409 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 76.1 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in |
Info not available |
| Head Room |
Front 40.7 in
Rear 40.5 in |
Info not available |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Convenience
The Ford Explorer requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Porsche Macan, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Ford Explorer is a better financial choice over the Porsche Macan, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Porsche Macan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Ford Explorer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Porsche Macan.
Performance
With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Porsche Macan.
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Explorer has a lot less horsepower than the Porsche Macan.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Ford Explorer doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Porsche Macan.
Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Porsche Macan, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Porsche Macan.