Ford Explorer vs Chevrolet Tahoe Dimensions & Size Comparison

Which is bigger?

• Length: Ford Explorer is 5.2 in shorter (198.8 in vs 204.0 in)
• Width: Ford Explorer is 1.6 in narrower (78.9 in vs 80.5 in)
• Height: Chevrolet Tahoe is 4.3 in taller (70.1 in vs 74.4 in)
• Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 3.1 in longer wheelbase (119.1 in vs 116.0 in)
• Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more ground clearance (8.1 in vs 7.9 in)
• Curb weight: Chevrolet Tahoe is 943 lb heavier (4,536 lb vs 5,479 lb)

Biggest size differences

1. Curb weight: Chevrolet Tahoe is 943 lb heavier (4,536 lb vs 5,479 lb)
2. Height: Chevrolet Tahoe is 4.3 in taller (70.1 in vs 74.4 in)
3. Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 3.1 in longer wheelbase (119.1 in vs 116.0 in)
4. Length: Ford Explorer is 5.2 in shorter (198.8 in vs 204.0 in)
5. Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more ground clearance (8.1 in vs 7.9 in)

Practical verdicts

• Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 5.2 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Chevrolet Tahoe
• Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 1.6 in
• More ground clearanceFord Explorer — Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more clearance
• Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)

Dimension comparison

Values use trim midpoints when a model year lists a range.