

Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Jeep Commander | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 357 hp@5200 389 lb-ft@4350 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 113.7 in | -4.2 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 193.4 in | -4.9 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 73.7 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 72.8 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 5169 lb. | 4706 lb. | 463 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.0 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.4 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 38.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 58.9 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.5 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.9 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 37.4 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 53.1 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.4 in | 45.3 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.9 in | 34.9 in | -6 in |
Total Legroom | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -7.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -7.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.4 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -7.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -15 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Commander.
2008 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 |