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Toyota Prius (2012) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Prius and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2012 Toyota Prius and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Toyota Prius Ford Explorer  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,481 mm 4,912 mm 0 mm
Width 1,745 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,491 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,380 kg 2,014 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 45 L 85 L -40 L
Headroom, Row 1 980 mm 1,011 mm 979 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,394 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,339 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,080 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 983 mm -28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,349 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,300 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 914 mm 937 mm -23 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 950 mm -950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,349 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,151 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 886 mm -886 mm
Total Legroom 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 612 L 385 L 227 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 21.6 1,243 L 20.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,121 L 2,370 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Prius

2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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