Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 101.5 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 168.7 in | 24.7 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 69.5 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 56.0 in | 16.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 3479 lb. | 1227 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.1 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.3 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 36.9 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 52.8 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 34.8 in | 2.1 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) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 38.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.1 | 30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 29.1 ft3 |
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 |
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |