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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Ford Escape (2009) Specs

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

2008 Ford Explorer and 2009 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Ford Explorer Ford Escape  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
218 kW@5750
407 Nm@3950
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
179 kW@6550
302 Nm@4300
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,619 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,437 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,806 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,135 kg 1,601 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 62 L 23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,438 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,354 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,057 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 996 mm -13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,247 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 904 mm 33 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) 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 827 L -442 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 29.2 -28.2 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 1,877 L 1 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 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review
 
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