| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Lexus GX | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
| Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 130.5 in | -20.7 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 210.2 in | -22 in |
| Width | 74.0 in | 73.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Height | 74.6 in | 72.5 in | 2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4871 lb. | 4793 lb. | 78 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 59.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 58.9 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.5 in | 0.0 in | 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 24.9 in | 0.0 in | 24.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 24.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 0.0 | 13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.7 ft3 | 0.0 | 49.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.5 ft3 | 0.0 | 77.5 ft3 |
| 2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |
| 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUT 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The seats are much improved over older explorers. You can ride for 4 hours and not feel tired when you get out of the truck. I have heated leather, which I recommend. The heat is in the lumbar, as well as seat bottom. Very nice seats. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
| 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |