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2008 Ford Explorer and 2009 Ford Taurus X Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 200.3 in | -6.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 67.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 4204 lb. | 502 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.8 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.9 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 38.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 50.6 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 46.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 33.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Taurus X
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |
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