| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 193.4 in | 4.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.7 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 72.8 in | -2.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4457 lb. | 4531 lb. | -74 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.8 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 59.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.7 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 58.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 55.5 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 37.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 53.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 45.3 in | -4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 34.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.
| 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 |