Ford Explorer vs Lincoln Aviator Dimensions & Size Comparison

Comparing 2004 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Lincoln Aviator

Same scale for both vehicles. Generic silhouette — proportional to measured length, height, width, wheelbase, and clearance.

Side view
  • Length189.5 in
  • Height71.4 in
  • Wheelbase113.8 in
  • Curb weight4,306 lb – 4,480 lb
Front / width
  • 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: Ford Explorer has a 0.1 in longer wheelbase (113.8 in vs 113.7 in)
  • Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 504 lb heavier (4,393 lb vs 4,897 lb)

Biggest size differences

  1. Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 504 lb heavier (4,393 lb vs 4,897 lb)
  2. Width: Ford Explorer is 3.9 in narrower (72.1 in vs 76.0 in)
  3. Length: Ford Explorer is 3.8 in shorter (189.5 in vs 193.3 in)
  4. Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 0.1 in longer wheelbase (113.8 in vs 113.7 in)

Practical verdicts

  • Easier to fit in a short garageFord ExplorerFord Explorer is shorter by 3.8 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Lincoln Aviator
  • Narrower for tight parkingFord ExplorerFord Explorer is narrower by 3.9 in
  • Smaller exterior footprintFord ExplorerBased on length × width (Ford Explorer)

Dimension comparison

SpecFord ExplorerLincoln AviatorDifference
Length189.5 in193.3 in3.8 in
Width72.1 in76.0 in3.9 in
Height71.4 in71.4 in0.0 in
Wheelbase113.8 in113.7 in0.1 in
Curb weight4,393 lb4,897 lb504 lb

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