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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Dodge Avenger (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2008 Dodge Avenger specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2008 Dodge Avenger Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Ford Explorer Dodge Avenger  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
235 hp@6400
232 lb-ft@4000		  
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 108.9 in 4.8 in
Length 193.4 in 190.9 in 2.5 in
Width 73.7 in 71.8 in 1.9 in
Height 72.8 in 58.9 in 13.9 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3738 lb. 968 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 16.9 gal. 5.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.0 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 56.4 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 53.2 in 2.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.4 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 38.3 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 56.3 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 53.2 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 36.5 in 0.4 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) 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 35.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 13.4 ft3 0.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 13.4 30.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 13.4 ft3 70.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 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 2008 Dodge Avenger

2008 Dodge Avenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 It fits three teenagers easily see full Dodge Avenger review
2008 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Plenty of interior space, seats are pretty comfortable. see full Dodge Avenger review
2008 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Roomy rear seat both in terms of legroom, head and shoulder room. Easy to enter and exit, especially when you have a child in a car seat, plenty of room to work around. The split rear seat folds down for extra cargo room if needed. see full Dodge Avenger review
 
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