Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | GMC Yukon | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 116.0 in | -2.3 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 198.9 in | -5.5 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 78.9 in | -5.2 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 76.7 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 5264 lb. | -558 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 65.2 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 61.4 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 65.1 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 61.3 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.6 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 37.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 64.4 in | -11.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 49.0 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 27.3 in | 7.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | 7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | -19.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -20.9 ft3 |
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 |
2006 GMC Yukon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The standard power seat offers unlimited seating positions. see full GMC Yukon review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats are big, have a good amount of padding, and still provide some side lubar support to help keep you in the seat during hard cornering. see full GMC Yukon review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of room for driver to stretch legs. Makes long trips easier see full GMC Yukon review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is very configurable. Easy to find a comfortable position. see full GMC Yukon review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD |
Captains chairs might be more comfortable than front seats. 3rd row is essentially useless. Remove the seats for extra storage space see full GMC Yukon review |