Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Nissan 350Z | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6800 268 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 415 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 119.1 in | -14.8 in |
Length | 169.8 in | 198.8 in | -29 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 78.9 in | -7.4 in |
Height | 52.1 in | 69.9 in | -17.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3344 lb. | 4701 lb. | -1357 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 61.8 in | -8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 59.2 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.3 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 61.9 in | -61.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.1 in | -59.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.0 in | -39 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | -70.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.8 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 6.8 | 47.9 ft3 | -41.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.8 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 | -81 ft3 |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Ford Explorer.