| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKZ | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 113.7 in | -6.3 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 193.4 in | -2.9 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 72.8 in | -16.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3739 lb. | 4706 lb. | -967 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 59.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 55.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.9 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 55.5 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.9 in | 0.1 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 | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -28.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -67.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
| 2009 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 |