Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota 4Runner | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 113.7 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 189.2 in | 193.4 in | -4.2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 73.7 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 72.8 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4505 lb. | 4706 lb. | -201 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.8 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 59.0 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.4 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 58.9 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 55.5 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.9 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.9 in | 37.4 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 53.1 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 45.3 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.1 in | 34.9 in | -10.8 in |
Total Legroom | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -13.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.6 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.1 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |