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Acura RL (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Acura RL and 2008 Ford Explorer specs.

2008 Acura RL and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Acura RL Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
290 hp@6200
256 lb-ft@5000		 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		  
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 113.7 in -3.5 in
Length 193.6 in 193.4 in 0.2 in
Width 72.2 in 73.7 in -1.5 in
Height 57.1 in 72.8 in -15.7 in
Curb Weight 4012 lb. 4706 lb. -694 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.4 gal. 22.5 gal. -3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 39.8 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 59.0 in -0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 55.4 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.4 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 38.7 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 58.9 in -2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 55.5 in -1.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 36.9 in -0.6 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 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -35.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 13.6 ft3 -0.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 13.1 43.9 ft3 -30.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.1 ft3 83.7 ft3 -70.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RL

2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review
2007 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 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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