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2006 Ford Explorer and 2009 Toyota RAV4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Toyota RAV4 | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 104.7 in | 9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 181.1 in | 12.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 66.3 in | 6.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3680 lb. | 851 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.8 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.1 in | 1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.8 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.3 in | 3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 52.4 in | 3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.3 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 37.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 52.6 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 43.3 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 30.0 in | 4.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 4.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota RAV4
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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