Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Lexus RX | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.9 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 186.2 in | 12.1 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 72.6 in | 6.3 in |
Height | 70.0 in | 66.1 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 4090 lb. | 800 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.4 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 57.9 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.6 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.6 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 57.1 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 55.1 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.4 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 34.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 38.3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |