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2011 Ford Explorer and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 116.0 in | -3.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 202.0 in | -4.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 79.0 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 76.9 in | -6.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4578 lb. | 5165 lb. | -587 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 65.3 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 64.4 in | -7.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 65.2 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 60.6 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 37.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 61.7 in | -10.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 49.1 in | -8.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 25.6 in | 7.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 7.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 60.3 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -28.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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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