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2012 Ford Explorer and 2008 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.1 in | 9.5 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 174.7 in | 22.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.1 in | 7.8 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 67.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4731 lb. | 3547 lb. | 1184 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 56.6 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.3 in | 4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 55.9 in | 5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 49.1 in | 7.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.6 in | 4.2 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) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 36.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 29.2 | 14.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Escape
| 2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 AWD |
plenty of room 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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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