Ford Explorer (2009) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs
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2009 Ford Explorer and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications
Model Year |
2009 |
2012 |
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Model |
Ford Explorer |
BMW 3-Series |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr SUV |
4dr Wagon |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
113.7 in |
108.7 in |
5 in |
Length |
193.4 in |
178.2 in |
15.2 in |
Width |
73.7 in |
71.5 in |
2.2 in |
Height |
72.8 in |
55.8 in |
17 in |
Curb Weight |
4440 lb. |
3462 lb. |
978 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
22.5 gal. |
15.9 gal. |
6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
39.8 in |
37.4 in |
2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
59.0 in |
55.4 in |
3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
55.4 in |
0.0 in |
55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
42.4 in |
41.5 in |
0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
38.7 in |
38.0 in |
0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
58.9 in |
55.1 in |
3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
55.5 in |
0.0 in |
55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
36.9 in |
34.6 in |
2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 |
37.4 in |
0.0 in |
37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 |
53.1 in |
0.0 in |
53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 |
45.3 in |
0.0 in |
45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 |
34.9 in |
0.0 in |
34.9 in |
Total Legroom |
114.2 in (over 3 rows) |
76.1 in (over 2 rows) |
38.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
13.6 ft3 |
24.8 ft3 |
-11.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 |
43.9 ft3 |
24.8 |
19.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
83.7 ft3 |
58.0 ft3 |
25.7 ft3 |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer
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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series
2012 |
Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped.
see full BMW 3-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series
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