Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 3,302 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,629 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 2,027 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,869 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,455 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 117 L | -32 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 980 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 988 mm | -51 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 0.0 | 385 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 0.0 | 1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 0.0 | 2 L |
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 |
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |