 The Ford Explorer SPORT TRAC is a great all around vehicle for the person that needs a pickup truck and a SUV.  Versatilely is what you are going to get when you purchase this vehicle.  Yes I know that there is a short bed that doesn't allow you to put a full 4" x 8' sheet of material in the bed. But there are ways to overcome such shortsightedness. Did you ever think of getting a small trailer to hook up to this baby? You'll be able to carry what ever a full size pickup carries without having to drive a full size pickup bed around town when it's not needed.  Can you use that full size pickup for work, play and as a family vehicle? I doubt it.  The Sport Trac can be used for all the above