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2009 Ford Explorer and 2006 Toyota RAV4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| 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 | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 1,658 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 60 L | 25 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,008 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 973 mm | -36 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 945 mm | 5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 762 mm | 124 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 348 L | 37 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,053 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,067 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota RAV4
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat fits. Bottom long enough to support legs. Molded to body style. Not flat and short. Noticeably better feel to seat than any other vehicle. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of space to stretch out in, and has sliding seats to adjust the legroom or rear cargo capactity. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Leg room is confortable for large people, not croweded see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Excellent rear seat room with sliding rear seat. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Has less legroom for second seat passengers compared to CR-V. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not quite enough steering wheel room. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Needs a little more front seat travel see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seems a little more cramped than competing models. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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