Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 109.8 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 188.2 in | 5.2 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.0 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 74.6 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 4871 lb. | -165 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.5 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.4 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.8 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 36.5 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 56.7 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 56.4 in | -11.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 24.9 in | 10 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 10.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | 6.2 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 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
It is great for young children, but not very comfortable for adults. It would LEGALLY allow you to drive many people around, but certainly not comfortably in the third row. Third row does NOT allow room even for kids in car seats to have any leg room. see full Lexus GX review |