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Volkswagen Routan (2009) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Volkswagen Routan Ford Explorer  
Engine 4.0L V6
OHC-4v
251 hp@6000
259 lb-ft@4200
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.2 in 113.7 in 7.5 in
Length 202.5 in 193.4 in 9.1 in
Width 76.9 in 73.7 in 3.2 in
Height 68.9 in 72.8 in -3.9 in
Curb Weight 4621 lb. 4531 lb. 90 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.5 gal. 22.5 gal. -2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.8 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.0 in 59.0 in 4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.4 in -55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 42.4 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.7 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 64.7 in 58.9 in 5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.5 in -55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 36.9 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.9 in 37.4 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 62.0 in 53.1 in 8.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 45.3 in -45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 31.8 in 34.9 in -3.1 in
Total Legroom 108.7 in (over 3 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -5.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.3 ft3 13.6 ft3 18.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 83.0 ft3 43.9 ft3 39.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 141.0 ft3 83.7 ft3 57.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan

2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan 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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