2025 Ford
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 18 - 20 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 29 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 - 7 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 in |
*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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
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). The Ford Explorer will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Explorer greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Explorer does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.