| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5400 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 130.0 in | -16.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 221.3 in | -27.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 79.1 in | -5.4 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 76.6 in | -3.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 5969 lb. | -1263 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -8.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 65.3 in | -6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 64.4 in | -9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 65.2 in | -6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 62.3 in | -6.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.1 in | -2.2 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) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 33.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -31.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 45.5 | -1.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -17.4 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.