Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | BMW X5 | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5400 324 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 111.0 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 183.7 in | 9.7 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in | 0 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 67.5 in | 5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 4927 lb. | -221 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.0 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 39.3 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.5 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.2 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 35.4 in | 1.5 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) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 39.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 23.8 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |