| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@5600 417 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 119.1 in | -3.1 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 198.8 in | 3.2 in |
| Width | 79.0 in | 78.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Height | 76.9 in | 69.9 in | 7 in |
| Curb Weight | 5220 lb. | 4545 lb. | 675 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 8.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 61.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 59.2 in | 5.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 61.9 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 59.1 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.0 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 38.9 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.7 in | 54.6 in | 7.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 40.9 in | 8.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 25.6 in | 32.2 in | -6.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | -7.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 47.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 | 21.1 ft3 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 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 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Ford Explorer.