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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Jeep Wrangler (2006) Specs

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

2009 Ford Explorer and 2006 Jeep Wrangler Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Ford Explorer Jeep Wrangler  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
4.0L I6
OHV-2v
190 hp@4600
235 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD 4WD, part-time w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr SUV, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 103.4 in 10.3 in
Length 193.4 in 167.0 in 26.4 in
Width 73.7 in 66.7 in 7 in
Height 72.8 in 71.2 in 1.6 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3694 lb. 1012 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 19.0 gal. 3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 41.9 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 50.8 in 8.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 51.8 in 3.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.1 in 1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 40.6 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 57.3 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 42.7 in 12.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 36.7 in 0.2 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) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 36.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 29.5 ft3 -15.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 29.5 14.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 63.3 ft3 20.4 ft3

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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 Jeep Wrangler

2006 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic RWD
Still small, despite the increased size of the vehicle. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2006 2dr SUV, ext. 190-horsepower 4.0L I6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
There is not much rear leg room and the seat has you sitting straight up instead of slight recline. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2006 2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
Comfortable but not a lot of leg room see full Jeep Wrangler review
 
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