Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6500 346 Nm@4000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 273 kW@5500 515 Nm@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,946 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,006 mm | 5,131 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 2,007 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,146 kg | 2,488 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 98 L | -28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,539 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 963 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,567 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 650 mm | 193 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,690 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 479 L | 116 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 1,708 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 3,084 L | -1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
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 |