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

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

2008 Ford Explorer and 2009 Ford Fusion Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Ford Explorer Ford Fusion  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
221 hp@6250
205 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 107.4 in 6.3 in
Length 193.4 in 190.2 in 3.2 in
Width 73.7 in 72.2 in 1.5 in
Height 72.8 in 57.2 in 15.6 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3430 lb. 1276 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 17.5 gal. 5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.7 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 57.4 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 54.0 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 37.8 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 56.5 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 53.6 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.0 in -0.1 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) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 34.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 15.8 ft3 -2.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 15.8 28.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 15.8 ft3 67.9 ft3

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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 Fusion

2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
The power drivers seat makes it easy to find a seating position suitable to any driver. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Lots of leg room. see full Ford Fusion review
2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
The roofline should be a few inches higher, and the lower section of the centre stack should be narrower to provide more room for the right knee. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
not for full size adults, but good for pre-teens see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Seat support seemed to break down over the 2 years I drove this vehicle. Window was very high in relation to the seat. see full Ford Fusion review
 
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