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2023 Ford
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2023 Jeep
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| MPG - City | 18 - 25 MPG | 13 - 21 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 28 MPG | 17 - 25 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 4 - 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 87.8 ft3 | 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 270 - 470 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 - 5,600 lbs | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 166.8 - 188.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 73.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in |
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.7 in
Rear 40.5 in |
Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.2 - 41.7 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
The Ford Explorer offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Jeep Wrangler, with comparable head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Ford Explorer and the Jeep Wrangler.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Explorer as you will with the Jeep Wrangler, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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). Whether you pick the Ford Explorer or the Jeep Wrangler, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Jeep Wrangler, 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 Jeep Wrangler.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Jeep Wrangler for pulling heavy loads.
The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Jeep Wrangler.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Jeep Wrangler.
Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Jeep Wrangler, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Ford Explorer has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Jeep Wrangler.