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Lexus RX (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

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

2008 Lexus RX and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Lexus RX Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
251 lb-ft@4700
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.9 in 113.7 in -6.8 in
Length 186.2 in 193.4 in -7.2 in
Width 72.6 in 73.7 in -1.1 in
Height 66.1 in 72.8 in -6.7 in
Curb Weight 4090 lb. 4706 lb. -616 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 22.5 gal. -3.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.8 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 59.0 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.6 in 55.4 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 42.4 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 38.7 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 58.9 in -1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.1 in 55.5 in -0.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 36.9 in -0.5 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 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -35.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 38.3 ft3 13.6 ft3 24.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 38.3 43.9 ft3 -5.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 84.7 ft3 83.7 ft3 1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus RX

2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX 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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