| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen Taos | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 105.9 in | 7.8 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 175.8 in | 17.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.5 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 64.4 in | 8.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3181 lb. | 1259 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 9.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.2 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.9 in | -1 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 in (over 2 rows) | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 27.9 ft3 | -14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 27.9 | 16 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 65.9 ft3 | 17.8 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 2024 Volkswagen Taos.