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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Volkswagen CC (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2012 Volkswagen CC specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2012 Volkswagen CC Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Ford Explorer Volkswagen CC  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
265 lb-ft@2750
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 106.7 in 7 in
Length 193.4 in 188.9 in 4.5 in
Width 73.7 in 73.0 in 0.7 in
Height 72.8 in 55.8 in 17 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3854 lb. 852 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 18.5 gal. 4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 37.4 in 2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 56.0 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.6 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 36.6 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 54.7 in 4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.3 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 0.0 in 37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 0.0 in 45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 0.0 in 34.9 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 35.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 13.0 ft3 0.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 13.0 30.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 13.0 ft3 70.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2012 Volkswagen CC

2012 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Press reviews have talked about this. Great shape, and the pleather is comfy (not on hot summer days). see full Volkswagen CC review
2012 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
legroom is great but headroom is tight for over 6 foot see full Volkswagen CC review
 
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