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

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

2006 Ford Explorer and 2009 Ford Fusion Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Ford Explorer Ford Fusion  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
221 hp@6250
205 lb-ft@4800		  
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 107.4 in 6.3 in
Length 193.4 in 190.2 in 3.2 in
Width 73.7 in 72.2 in 1.5 in
Height 72.8 in 57.2 in 15.6 in
Curb Weight 4531 lb. 3430 lb. 1101 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 17.5 gal. 5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.7 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 57.4 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 54.0 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 37.8 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 56.5 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 53.6 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.0 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 0.0 in 37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 0.0 in 45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 0.0 in 34.9 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 34.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 15.8 ft3 -2.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 15.8 28.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 15.8 ft3 67.9 ft3

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

2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic RWD		 Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review
 

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

2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD		 All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD		 Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD		 The power drivers seat makes it easy to find a seating position suitable to any driver. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 Lots of leg room. see full Ford Fusion review
2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed automatic FWD		 The roofline should be a few inches higher, and the lower section of the centre stack should be narrower to provide more room for the right knee. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 not for full size adults, but good for pre-teens see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 Seat support seemed to break down over the 2 years I drove this vehicle. Window was very high in relation to the seat. see full Ford Fusion review
 
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