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Mazda CX-7 (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2006 Ford Explorer specs.

2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Mazda CX-7 Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
182 kW@5000
350 Nm@2500
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
218 kW@5750
407 Nm@3950
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD 4WD w/low range  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,751 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,674 mm 4,912 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,646 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,782 kg 2,135 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 69 L 85 L -16 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,008 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,473 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,392 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,059 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 998 mm 983 mm 15 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,417 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,346 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 925 mm 937 mm -12 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 950 mm -950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,349 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,151 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 886 mm -886 mm
Total Legroom 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 847 L 385 L 462 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 29.9 1,243 L 28.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,659 L 2,370 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda CX-7

2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 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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