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Jeep Patriot (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

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

2008 Jeep Patriot and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Jeep Patriot Ford Explorer  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@6000
165 lb-ft@4400		 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable CVT 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.7 in 113.7 in -10 in
Length 173.6 in 193.4 in -19.8 in
Width 69.1 in 73.7 in -4.6 in
Height 64.4 in 72.8 in -8.4 in
Curb Weight 3333 lb. 4706 lb. -1373 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.6 gal. 22.5 gal. -8.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.0 in 39.8 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.6 in 59.0 in -4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 55.4 in -3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 42.4 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 38.7 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.0 in 58.9 in -4.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 55.5 in -4.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.4 in 36.9 in 2.5 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 80 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -34.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.0 ft3 13.6 ft3 9.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 23.0 43.9 ft3 -20.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.2 ft3 83.7 ft3 -29.5 ft3

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

2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 Plenty of space for taller people. Not cramped like most compact SUVs. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 Supportive and roomy. I can drive for hours without fatigue. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 Its comfortable on long trips see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Support, not hard, just plain comfortable see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 lot of front room see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Adults will find the back seats of the Patriot comfortable. Let a kid sit in the middle. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Plenty of head/leg room; vehicle definitely feels larger on the inside than it looks from the outside. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 The front seats are simply comfortable; the back seats not so much. see full Jeep Patriot review
2007 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Knee room and seat comfort is good for this type of vehicle and this price see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Slim on the rear seat room. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Seat is a little high hard back there, and front seat backs have no pockets. see full Jeep Patriot review
 

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
 
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