Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.9 in | 9.8 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 176.0 in | 17.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 71.3 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 66.7 in | 6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 3682 lb. | 1024 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.3 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.5 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 54.9 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 44.0 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.2 in | -0.3 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) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 35.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -10.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 24.4 | 19.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The seat is snug and offers lumbar support. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |