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Jeep Liberty (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Jeep Liberty and 2006 Ford Explorer specs.

2008 Jeep Liberty and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Jeep Liberty Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.7L V6
OHC-2v
210 hp@5200
235 lb-ft@4000
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain 4WD w/low range 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.1 in 113.7 in -7.6 in
Length 176.9 in 193.4 in -16.5 in
Width 72.4 in 73.7 in -1.3 in
Height 72.1 in 72.8 in -0.7 in
Curb Weight 4220 lb. 4706 lb. -486 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.5 gal. 22.5 gal. -3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 39.8 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.8 in 59.0 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.7 in 55.4 in -2.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 42.4 in -1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.3 in 38.7 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.6 in 58.9 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.7 in 55.5 in -2.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.8 in 36.9 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.4 in -37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 45.3 in -45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.9 in -34.9 in
Total Legroom 79.6 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -34.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 31.5 ft3 13.6 ft3 17.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 31.5 43.9 ft3 -12.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum 64.2 ft3 83.7 ft3 -19.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Jeep Liberty

2008 Jeep Liberty Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Awsome for the long trips I have had with it, comfortable! see full Jeep Liberty review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer

2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review
 
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