Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 130.5 in | -18.3 in |
Length | 184.5 in | 210.2 in | -25.7 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 73.7 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 76.0 in | 72.5 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 5510 lb. | 4793 lb. | 717 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.8 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 59.0 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.5 in | 55.4 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 42.4 in | 10.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.5 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.9 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.5 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 36.9 in | 5 in |
Total Legroom | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 15.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.2 ft3 | 0.0 | 45.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.5 ft3 | 0.0 | 79.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
2008 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 |
2008 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 |