| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | GMC Yukon | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 403 hp@5700 417 lb-ft@4300 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 113.7 in | 2.3 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 193.4 in | 8.6 in |
| Width | 79.0 in | 73.7 in | 5.3 in |
| Height | 76.9 in | 72.8 in | 4.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5688 lb. | 4706 lb. | 982 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 59.0 in | 6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 55.4 in | 9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 58.9 in | 6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 55.5 in | 5.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 37.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.7 in | 53.1 in | 8.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 45.3 in | 3.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 25.6 in | 34.9 in | -9.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -8.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 GMC Yukon.
| 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 |