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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 130.5 in | -18.1 in |
| Length | 191.0 in | 210.2 in | -19.2 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 73.7 in | -2 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 72.5 in | -14.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3740 lb. | 4516 lb. | -776 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 59.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 55.4 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 55.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 0.0 | 15.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
| 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUT 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The seats are much improved over older explorers. You can ride for 4 hours and not feel tired when you get out of the truck. I have heated leather, which I recommend. The heat is in the lumbar, as well as seat bottom. Very nice seats. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
| 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
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