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2012 Toyota 4Runner and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota 4Runner | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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 | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 113.7 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 193.4 in | -3.5 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 73.7 in | 2.1 in |
| Height | 71.5 in | 72.8 in | -1.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4805 lb. | 4706 lb. | 99 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 59.0 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 58.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.5 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.9 in | 36.9 in | -4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 34.3 in | 37.4 in | -3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.7 in | 53.1 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 45.3 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.3 in | 34.9 in | -5.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -10.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -4.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.3 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota 4Runner
| 2012 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner 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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