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Cadillac Escalade (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Ford Explorer specs.

2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Cadillac Escalade Ford Explorer  
Engine 6.2L V8
OHV-2v
403 hp@5700
417 lb-ft@4400
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.0 in 113.7 in 2.3 in
Length 202.5 in 193.4 in 9.1 in
Width 79.0 in 73.7 in 5.3 in
Height 75.9 in 72.8 in 3.1 in
Curb Weight 5665 lb. 4706 lb. 959 lb.
Fuel Capacity 26.0 gal. 22.5 gal. 3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.1 in 39.8 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 65.3 in 59.0 in 6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 64.4 in 55.4 in 9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 42.4 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.7 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 65.2 in 58.9 in 6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 60.6 in 55.5 in 5.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.0 in 36.9 in 2.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.9 in 37.4 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 61.7 in 53.1 in 8.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 49.1 in 45.3 in 3.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 25.6 in 34.9 in -9.3 in
Total Legroom 105.9 in (over 3 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -8.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.9 ft3 13.6 ft3 3.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 60.3 ft3 43.9 ft3 16.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 108.9 ft3 83.7 ft3 25.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade

2008 Cadillac Escalade Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lots of room for the driver and passenger see full Cadillac Escalade review
2007 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easy access to a 3rd row seat that has ample room and comfort. see full Cadillac Escalade review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer

2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review
 
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