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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Acura RDX (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Explorer and 2008 Acura RDX specs.

2008 Ford Explorer and 2008 Acura RDX Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Ford Explorer Acura RDX  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 104.3 in 9.4 in
Length 193.4 in 180.7 in 12.7 in
Width 73.7 in 73.6 in 0.1 in
Height 72.8 in 65.2 in 7.6 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3968 lb. 738 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 18.0 gal. 4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.7 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 58.2 in 0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 54.4 in 1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.8 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 38.3 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 56.3 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 53.0 in 2.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.6 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 0.0 in 37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 0.0 in 45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 0.0 in 34.9 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 34.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 27.8 ft3 -14.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 27.8 16.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 60.6 ft3 23.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2008 Acura RDX

2008 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable seats. As much room as an X3,X5 or RX see full Acura RDX review
2008 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review
 
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