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Ford Explorer (2006) vs. Chevrolet Avalanche (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Explorer and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche specs.

2006 Ford Explorer and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Ford Explorer Chevrolet Avalanche  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
6.0L V8
OHV-2v
366 hp@5500
380 lb-ft@4300
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain 4WD w/low range 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUT  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 130.0 in -16.3 in
Length 193.4 in 221.3 in -27.9 in
Width 73.7 in 79.1 in -5.4 in
Height 72.8 in 76.6 in -3.8 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 5963 lb. -1257 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 31.0 gal. -8.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 41.1 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 65.3 in -6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 64.4 in -9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.3 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 40.0 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 65.2 in -6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 62.3 in -6.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 39.1 in -2.2 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) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 33.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 45.5 ft3 -31.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 45.5 -1.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 101.1 ft3 -17.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer

2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
2007 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review
 
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