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2008 Ford Explorer and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 3,216 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 5,156 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,923 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,100 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 95 L | -10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,532 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,026 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 919 mm | 18 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 945 mm | 5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 823 mm | 63 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 433 L | -48 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,195 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,407 L | 0 L |
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 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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