Ford Explorer (2014) vs. Chevrolet Avalanche (2008) Specs

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2014 Ford Explorer and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

Model Year	2014	2008
Model	Ford Explorer	Chevrolet Avalanche
Engine	turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500	6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	4WD w/low range
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUT
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.6 in	130.0 in	-17.4 in
Length	197.1 in	221.3 in	-24.2 in
Width	78.9 in	79.1 in	-0.2 in
Height	70.4 in	76.6 in	-6.2 in
Curb Weight	4921 lb.	5963 lb.	-1042 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.6 gal.	31.0 gal.	-12.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.6 in	41.1 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.3 in	65.3 in	-4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	57.3 in	64.4 in	-7.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.6 in	41.3 in	-0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.5 in	40.0 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	61.0 in	65.2 in	-4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.7 in	62.3 in	-5.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.8 in	39.1 in	0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3	37.8 in	0.0 in	37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	50.8 in	0.0 in	50.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	40.7 in	0.0 in	40.7 in
Legroom, Row 3	33.2 in	0.0 in	33.2 in
Total Legroom	113.6 in (over 3 rows)	80.4 in (over 2 rows)	33.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.0 ft³	45.5 ft³	-24.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.8 ft³	45.5	-1.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	80.7 ft³	101.1 ft³	-20.4 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford Explorer.

2008 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

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