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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Explorer and 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe specs.

2008 Ford Explorer and 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Model Year 2008 2013  
Model Ford Explorer Hyundai Santa Fe  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6400
252 lb-ft@5200
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 110.2 in 3.5 in
Length 193.4 in 193.1 in 0.3 in
Width 73.7 in 74.2 in -0.5 in
Height 72.8 in 66.5 in 6.3 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 4098 lb. 608 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 18.8 gal. 3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.6 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 59.4 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 56.7 in -1.3 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 58.6 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 55.4 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 41.3 in -4.4 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 35.7 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 53.9 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 44.1 in 1.2 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 31.5 in 3.4 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 114.1 in (over 3 rows) 0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 13.5 ft3 0.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 40.9 ft3 3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 80.0 ft3 3.7 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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 
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