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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Mercury Milan (2008) Specs

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

2008 Ford Explorer and 2008 Mercury Milan Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Ford Explorer Mercury Milan  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
221 hp@6250
205 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 107.4 in 6.3 in
Length 193.4 in 190.2 in 3.2 in
Width 73.7 in 72.2 in 1.5 in
Height 72.8 in 55.8 in 17 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3453 lb. 1253 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 18.0 gal. 4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.7 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 57.4 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 54.0 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 37.8 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 56.5 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 53.3 in 2.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.0 in -0.1 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) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 34.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 15.8 ft3 -2.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 15.8 28.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 15.8 ft3 67.9 ft3

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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 Mercury Milan

2008 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
I needed to fit 3 child car seats in the back, which it does better than my VW Passat it replaced. see full Mercury Milan review
2007 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
The Milan is a comfortable car to ride in both in front and in back with lots of legroom. see full Mercury Milan review
2007 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
Average size adults fit comfortably with good head room. see full Mercury Milan review
2008 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
My head was squashed into the roof. Could not adjust seat to find a tolerable position. see full Mercury Milan review
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
I felt very constrained in all movements. see full Mercury Milan review
 
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