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2009 Mini Hardtop and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
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 | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 113.7 in | -16.6 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 193.4 in | -47.8 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 73.7 in | -7.4 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 72.8 in | -17.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2712 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1819 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 59.0 in | -8.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.4 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 58.9 in | -14.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 36.9 in | -7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -42.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -7.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.7 | 43.9 ft3 | -38.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -59.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mini Hardtop
| 2009 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
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 |
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