Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5000 420 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 3,023 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,245 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 2,002 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,961 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 2,622 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 106 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 993 mm | -56 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 973 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,275 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 958 mm | -72 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 527 L | -142 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,557 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 3,067 L | -1 L |
2008 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 |
2015 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |