Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | Pontiac Torrent | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.5 in | 112.5 in | 18 in |
Length | 210.2 in | 188.8 in | 21.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 71.4 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 72.5 in | 69.3 in | 3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4793 lb. | 4060 lb. | 733 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 55.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.1 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.9 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 52.3 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 40.2 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 35.2 ft3 | -35.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 68.6 ft3 | -68.6 |
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The seats are much improved over older explorers. You can ride for 4 hours and not feel tired when you get out of the truck. I have heated leather, which I recommend. The heat is in the lumbar, as well as seat bottom. Very nice seats. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
2009 Pontiac Torrent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat slides for and aft making for lots of leg room or more cargo space when you need it. I also like the center armrest and upright position. see full Pontiac Torrent review |