Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 112.6 in | 17.4 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 197.1 in | 24.2 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 78.9 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 76.6 in | 70.4 in | 6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5842 lb. | 4752 lb. | 1090 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. | 12.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 61.3 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 57.3 in | 7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 40.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 61.0 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.3 in | 56.7 in | 5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.5 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 24.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.5 | 43.8 ft3 | 1.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 101.1 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | 20.4 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.