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2008 Ford Explorer and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 228 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@2700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.9 in | 6.8 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 178.4 in | 15 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 68.0 in | 5.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 55.6 in | 17.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 3655 lb. | 1051 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 53.1 in | 5.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.9 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 54.3 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.5 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 33.0 in | 3.9 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) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 39.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 12.2 | 31.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 71.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seats are narrow and hard. The centre seat is only usable for very small people on very short trips. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There is no rear seat room. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
fake leather is too cheap for a m-b. seats too hard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
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