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Chevrolet Avalanche (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2006 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Chevrolet Avalanche Ford Explorer  
Engine 5.3L V8
OHV-2v
295 hp@5200
335 lb-ft@4000
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUT 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 130.0 in 113.7 in 16.3 in
Length 221.6 in 193.4 in 28.2 in
Width 79.8 in 73.7 in 6.1 in
Height 73.6 in 72.8 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 5413 lb. 4531 lb. 882 lb.
Fuel Capacity 31.0 gal. 22.5 gal. 8.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 39.8 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 65.2 in 59.0 in 6.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 61.4 in 55.4 in 6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 42.4 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 38.7 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 65.2 in 58.9 in 6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 62.0 in 55.5 in 6.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.9 in 36.9 in 2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.4 in -37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 45.3 in -45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.9 in -34.9 in
Total Legroom 80.2 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -34 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 0.0 13.6 ft3 -13.6
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 0.0 43.9 ft3 -43.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 0.0 83.7 ft3 -83.7

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche

2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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