Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Pontiac G5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6100 150 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.5 in | 9.1 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 179.8 in | 17.3 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 67.5 in | 11.4 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 55.6 in | 14.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4578 lb. | 2991 lb. | 1587 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.1 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 53.1 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 49.4 in | 7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.0 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 35.7 in | 4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 49.3 in | 11.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 46.3 in | 10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 32.2 in | 7.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 39.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.9 | 29.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 66.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfortable for long rides see full Pontiac G5 review |
2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
getting into the back seat is difficult see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
small but it is a small car, besides I drive all the time! see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I prefer a larger car see full Pontiac G5 review |