Ford Explorer vs Lincoln Aviator Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2003 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Lincoln Aviator
- Length189.5 in
- Height71.4 in
- Wheelbase113.0 in – 113.8 in
- Curb weight4,159 lb – 4,381 lb
- Width72.1 in
- Lincoln Aviator width76.0 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 3.8 in shorter (189.5 in vs 193.3 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 3.9 in narrower (72.1 in vs 76.0 in)
- Height: essentially the same
- Wheelbase: Lincoln Aviator has a 0.3 in longer wheelbase (113.4 in vs 113.7 in)
- Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 611 lb heavier (4,270 lb vs 4,881 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 611 lb heavier (4,270 lb vs 4,881 lb)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 3.9 in narrower (72.1 in vs 76.0 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 3.8 in shorter (189.5 in vs 193.3 in)
- Wheelbase: Lincoln Aviator has a 0.3 in longer wheelbase (113.4 in vs 113.7 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 3.8 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Lincoln Aviator
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 3.9 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Lincoln Aviator | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 189.5 in | 193.3 in | 3.8 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 76.0 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 71.4 in | 71.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 113.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Curb weight | 4,270 lb | 4,881 lb | 611 lb |
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