| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Impala | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 200.4 in | -7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.7 in | 14.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3555 lb. | 885 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.4 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 57.2 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.6 in | -0.7 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) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 34.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 18.6 | 25.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 65.1 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 2011 Chevrolet Impala.