Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2021) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

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2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year	2021	2008
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Ford Explorer
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500	4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.8 in	113.7 in	-9.9 in
Length	167.6 in	193.4 in	-25.8 in
Width	70.8 in	73.7 in	-2.9 in
Height	58.2 in	72.8 in	-14.6 in
Curb Weight	3256 lb.	4531 lb.	-1275 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	22.5 gal.	-9.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	39.8 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.9 in	59.0 in	-3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.4 in	-55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.4 in	-1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.1 in	38.7 in	-0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.9 in	58.9 in	-5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.5 in	-55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.6 in	36.9 in	-1.3 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	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	-37.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	17.4 ft³	13.6 ft³	3.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	17.4	43.9 ft³	-26.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum	53.7 ft³	83.7 ft³	-30 ft³

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2008 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

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