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

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

2008 Ford Explorer and 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

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
 
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

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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 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche

2006 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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