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2009 Ford Explorer and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 121.1 in | -7.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 200.3 in | -6.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 75.6 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 72.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 5249 lb. | -543 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.6 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.9 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.5 in | -2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 38.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 50.5 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 34.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
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