Ford Explorer vs Volkswagen Atlas Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2018 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Volkswagen Atlas
- Length198.3 in
- Height70.0 in
- Wheelbase112.8 in
- Ground clearance7.8 in – 8.3 in
- Curb weight4,443 lb – 4,901 lb
- Width78.9 in
- Volkswagen Atlas width78.3 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: essentially the same
- Width: Volkswagen Atlas is 0.6 in narrower (78.9 in vs 78.3 in)
- Height: essentially the same
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen Atlas has a 4.5 in longer wheelbase (112.8 in vs 117.3 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 253 lb heavier (4,672 lb vs 4,419 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 253 lb heavier (4,672 lb vs 4,419 lb)
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen Atlas has a 4.5 in longer wheelbase (112.8 in vs 117.3 in)
- Width: Volkswagen Atlas is 0.6 in narrower (78.9 in vs 78.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Narrower for tight parkingVolkswagen Atlas — Volkswagen Atlas is narrower by 0.6 in
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen Atlas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 198.3 in | 198.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 78.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 70.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 117.3 in | 4.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 4,672 lb | 4,419 lb | 253 lb |
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