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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Land Rover LR2 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2008 Land Rover LR2 specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2008 Land Rover LR2 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Ford Explorer Land Rover LR2  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		 3.2L I6
DOHC-4v
230 hp@6300
234 lb-ft@3200		  
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 104.7 in 9 in
Length 193.4 in 177.1 in 16.3 in
Width 73.7 in 75.1 in -1.4 in
Height 72.8 in 68.5 in 4.3 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 4255 lb. 451 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 18.5 gal. 4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.2 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 57.6 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.9 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 39.4 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 57.3 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 36.4 in 0.5 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) 78.3 in (over 2 rows) 35.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 26.7 ft3 -13.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 26.7 17.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 59.0 ft3 24.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 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 Land Rover LR2

2008 Land Rover LR2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Excellent seat height as well as seat back position. Good leg room and head room. see full Land Rover LR2 review
2008 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Comfortable seat position, soft leather. Plenty of room and very adjustable. see full Land Rover LR2 review
 
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