Ford Explorer vs Chevrolet Tahoe Dimensions & Size Comparison

Which is bigger?

• Length: Ford Explorer is 11.9 in shorter (198.8 in vs 210.7 in)
• Width: Ford Explorer is 2.2 in narrower (78.9 in vs 81.1 in)
• Height: Chevrolet Tahoe is 5.6 in taller (70.2 in vs 75.8 in)
• Wheelbase: Chevrolet Tahoe has a 1.8 in longer wheelbase (119.1 in vs 120.9 in)
• Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more ground clearance (8.2 in vs 8.0 in)
• Curb weight: Chevrolet Tahoe is 949 lb heavier (4,711 lb vs 5,659 lb)

Biggest size differences

1. Curb weight: Chevrolet Tahoe is 949 lb heavier (4,711 lb vs 5,659 lb)
2. Height: Chevrolet Tahoe is 5.6 in taller (70.2 in vs 75.8 in)
3. Length: Ford Explorer is 11.9 in shorter (198.8 in vs 210.7 in)
4. Width: Ford Explorer is 2.2 in narrower (78.9 in vs 81.1 in)
5. Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more ground clearance (8.2 in vs 8.0 in)

Practical verdicts

• Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 11.9 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Chevrolet Tahoe
• Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 2.2 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.