Audi A3 (2012) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

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2012 Audi A3 and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year	2012	2008
Model	Audi A3	Ford Explorer
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800	4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	113.7 in	-12.2 in
Length	168.7 in	193.4 in	-24.7 in
Width	69.5 in	73.7 in	-4.2 in
Height	56.0 in	72.8 in	-16.8 in
Curb Weight	3479 lb.	4706 lb.	-1227 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.0 gal.	22.5 gal.	-7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.1 in	39.8 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.3 in	59.0 in	-4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.4 in	-55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.4 in	-1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.9 in	38.7 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	58.9 in	-6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.8 in	36.9 in	-2.1 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	76 in (over 2 rows)	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	-38.2 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	54.6 ft³	83.7 ft³	-29.1 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A3.

2008 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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