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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Explorer and 2010 Volkswagen Passat specs.

2008 Ford Explorer and 2010 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year 2008 2010  
Model Ford Explorer Volkswagen Passat  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,710 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,775 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,821 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,516 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,014 kg 1,593 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 70 L 15 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 973 mm -972 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,415 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 980 mm 3 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,387 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 958 mm -21 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 0 mm 950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 0 mm 886 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 1,014 L 384 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 35.8 -34.8 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 1,747 L 1 L

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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 2010 Volkswagen Passat

2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review
 
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