| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 275 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.2 in | 1.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 192.5 in | 0.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 73.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 5390 lb. | -684 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 62.4 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.6 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 61.2 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 57.9 in | -2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 34.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 36.4 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 61.2 in | -8.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 56.3 in | -11 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 27.3 in | 7.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | 10.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 39.2 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 90.8 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.