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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Ford Escape (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2006 Ford Escape specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2006 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Ford Explorer Ford Escape  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
218 kW@5750
407 Nm@3950
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
149 kW@6000
262 Nm@4850
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,621 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,442 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,781 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,135 kg 1,562 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 62 L 23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,057 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 996 mm -13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,247 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 904 mm 33 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 0 mm 950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 0 mm 886 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 830 L -445 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 29.3 -28.3 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 1,877 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape

2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review
 
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