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2008 Ford Explorer and 2009 Acura MDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 108.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 190.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 78.5 in | -4.8 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 68.2 in | 4.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 4535 lb. | 171 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 61.6 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.0 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 61.5 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 59.1 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 35.7 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 57.1 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 42.0 in | 3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 29.1 in | 5.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 5.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura MDX
| 2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |
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