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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Lexus RX (2008) Specs

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

2008 Ford Explorer and 2008 Lexus RX Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Ford Explorer Lexus RX  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
251 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,715 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,729 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,844 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,679 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,135 kg 1,855 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 73 L 12 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,471 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,080 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 980 mm 3 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 925 mm 12 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 0 mm 950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 0 mm 886 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 1,085 L 384 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 38.3 -37.3 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 2,398 L 0 L

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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 Lexus RX

2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review
 
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