Ford Explorer vs. Ford F-150
When comparing the Ford Explorer's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the Ford Explorer has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and interior volume. The Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Explorer's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 is a better car than the Ford Explorer.
Ford Explorer vs. Ford F-150 Pricing
For a new model, the Ford Explorer's price is between $42,492 and $61,725, with the Ford F-150 priced between $45,464 and $83,454.
Ford Explorer vs. Ford F-150 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Explorer loses 46.2 percent of its value and the Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value. This means the Ford F-150 retains 14.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Explorer.
Ford Explorer vs. Ford F-150 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Explorer is 8.2 out of 10 while the Ford F-150's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Ford Explorer being ranked 5 out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs and the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks.
Ford Explorer vs. Ford F-150 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Explorer is 8.6 out of 10. For the Ford F-150 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Ford F-150 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Explorer.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Explorer’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Ford F-150 base engine makes 400 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Explorer, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The Ford F-150, a fullsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Explorer has higher safety ratings than the Ford F-150, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.79 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
42492 - 61725
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462204
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45464 - 83454
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Ford Explorer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.239555 / 10
Reliability:
8.618664 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Ford Explorer Rankings
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1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
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3 out of / 56Ranking
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8 out of / 66Ranking
8 out of / 56Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
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9 out of / 66Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
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10 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 56Ranking
10 out of / 56Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
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10 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 56Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
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13 out of / 66Ranking
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15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 66Ranking
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39 out of / 66Ranking
39 out of / 49Ranking
46 out of / 58Ranking
49 out of / 56Ranking
57 out of / 66Ford F-150 Rankings
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1 out of / 8Ranking
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2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
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5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
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7 out of / 11Ranking
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15 out of / 19Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Ford Explorer Trim Levels
Base, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, Police Interceptor Utility, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1425 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
410 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9000 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
170.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4345 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
198.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4391 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17