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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Lexus ES (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2011 Lexus ES specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2011 Lexus ES Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Ford Explorer Lexus ES  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,776 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,854 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,806 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,014 kg 1,624 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 70 L 15 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 935 mm 48 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 912 mm 25 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) 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 416 L -31 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 14.7 -13.7 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 14.7 -12.7 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 2011 Lexus ES

2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review
 
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