Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 224 hp@4800 275 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,911 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,385 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,989 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,876 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 72 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,539 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 960 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,524 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 965 mm | -28 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) | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 583 L | -198 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 20.6 | -19.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 20.6 | -18.6 L |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2009 Mercury Grand Marquis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
Comfort see full Mercury Grand Marquis review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
Not that crouded feling see full Mercury Grand Marquis review |