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2012 Ford Explorer and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 3,216 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 5,006 mm | 5,156 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,923 mm | 1 mm |
| Height | 1,788 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,146 kg | 2,190 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 95 L | -25 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,532 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 919 mm | -918 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 945 mm | 15 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 823 mm | 20 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 433 L | 162 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 1,195 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 2,407 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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