Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Jeep Patriot | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.7 in | 10 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 173.6 in | 19.8 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 69.1 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 64.4 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 3332 lb. | 1374 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 8.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.6 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 52.3 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.6 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 54.0 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 51.0 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.4 in | -2.5 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) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 34.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 23.0 | 20.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | 29.5 ft3 |
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 |
2010 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lots of legroom see full Jeep Patriot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review |