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Ford Explorer (2007) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Ford Explorer and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban specs.

2007 Ford Explorer and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year 2007 2009  
Model Ford Explorer Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
6.0L V8
OHV-2v
366 hp@5500
380 lb-ft@4300
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain 4WD w/low range 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 116.0 in -2.3 in
Length 193.4 in 202.0 in -8.6 in
Width 73.7 in 79.0 in -5.3 in
Height 72.8 in 76.9 in -4.1 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 5485 lb. -779 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 26.0 gal. -3.5 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 39.2 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 65.2 in -6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 60.6 in -5.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 39.0 in -2.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 37.9 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 61.7 in -8.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 49.1 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 25.6 in 9.3 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 105.9 in (over 3 rows) 8.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 16.9 ft3 -3.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 60.3 ft3 -16.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 108.9 ft3 -25.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Explorer

2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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