

Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 119.0 in | -5.3 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 206.5 in | -13.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 78.8 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 77.2 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 5578 lb. | -1047 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 63.2 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 60.2 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.1 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 63.7 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 59.9 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.1 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 38.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 51.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 50.2 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 37.7 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 55.0 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -24.6 ft3 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |