Lincoln Aviator vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2003 catalog dimensions. Lincoln Aviator · Ford Explorer
- Length193.3 in
- Height71.4 in
- Wheelbase113.7 in
- Curb weight4,805 lb – 4,957 lb
- Width76.0 in
- Ford Explorer width72.1 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 3.8 in shorter (193.3 in vs 189.5 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 3.9 in narrower (76.0 in vs 72.1 in)
- Height: essentially the same
- Wheelbase: Lincoln Aviator has a 0.3 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 113.4 in)
- Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 611 lb heavier (4,881 lb vs 4,270 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Lincoln Aviator is 611 lb heavier (4,881 lb vs 4,270 lb)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 3.9 in narrower (76.0 in vs 72.1 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 3.8 in shorter (193.3 in vs 189.5 in)
- Wheelbase: Lincoln Aviator has a 0.3 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 113.4 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 3.8 in Check garage fit for Lincoln Aviator · garage fit for Ford Explorer
- 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 | Lincoln Aviator | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.3 in | 189.5 in | 3.8 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 72.1 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 71.4 in | 71.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 113.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Curb weight | 4,881 lb | 4,270 lb | 611 lb |
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