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2008 Ford Escape and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,437 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 85 L | -23 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 983 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 937 mm | -33 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 385 L | 442 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 1,243 L | 28.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Escape
| 2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape 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 | ||
| 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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