Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 228 kW@6200 409 Nm@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,755 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 2,404 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 100 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 973 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 904 mm | 33 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) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 878 L | -493 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 31.0 | -30 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,010 L | 0 L |
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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |