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Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Ford Explorer  
Engine 6.0L V8
OHV-2v
273 kW@5500
515 Nm@4300
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
218 kW@5750
407 Nm@3950
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain 4WD w/low range 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,946 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 5,131 mm 4,912 mm 1 mm
Width 2,007 mm 1,872 mm 1 mm
Height 1,953 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,508 kg 2,135 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 98 L 85 L 13 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,044 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,659 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,636 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 983 mm 13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,656 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,539 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 991 mm 937 mm 54 mm
Headroom, Row 3 963 mm 950 mm 13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,567 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,247 mm 1,151 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 650 mm 886 mm -236 mm
Total Legroom 2,690 mm (over 3 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 479 L 385 L 94 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,708 L 1,243 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 3,084 L 2,370 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 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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