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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Kia Sportage (2008) Specs

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

2008 Ford Explorer and 2008 Kia Sportage Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Ford Explorer Kia Sportage  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 103.5 in 10.2 in
Length 193.4 in 171.3 in 22.1 in
Width 73.7 in 70.9 in 2.8 in
Height 72.8 in 66.7 in 6.1 in
Curb Weight 4440 lb. 3230 lb. 1210 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 15.3 gal. 7.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.7 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 56.7 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 54.6 in 0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.1 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 39.4 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 56.3 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 54.6 in 0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.2 in -0.3 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 23.6 ft3 -10 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 23.6 20.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 66.6 ft3 17.1 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 2008 Kia Sportage

2008 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Nice and roomy see full Kia Sportage review
2008 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seat is to narrow and the it does not move anough front front to back see full Kia Sportage review
 
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