Ford Explorer vs Lincoln Aviator Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2022 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Lincoln Aviator
- Length198.8 in
- Height70.2 in
- Wheelbase119.1 in
- Ground clearance8.2 in
- Curb weight4,345 lb – 5,076 lb
- Width78.9 in
- Lincoln Aviator width82.3 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 0.5 in shorter (198.8 in vs 199.3 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 3.4 in narrower (78.9 in vs 82.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 0.4 in taller (70.2 in vs 69.8 in)
- Wheelbase: essentially the same
- Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 513 lb heavier (4,711 lb vs 5,224 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 513 lb heavier (4,711 lb vs 5,224 lb)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 3.4 in narrower (78.9 in vs 82.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 0.4 in taller (70.2 in vs 69.8 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 0.5 in shorter (198.8 in vs 199.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 0.5 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Lincoln Aviator
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 3.4 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Lincoln Aviator | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 198.8 in | 199.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 82.3 in | 3.4 in |
| Height | 70.2 in | 69.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 119.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 4,711 lb | 5,224 lb | 513 lb |
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