| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Passat | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 130.5 in | -20.1 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 210.2 in | -18.6 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 72.5 in | -14 in |
| Curb Weight | 3571 lb. | 4618 lb. | -1047 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 59.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 58.9 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 0.0 | 15.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.
| 2007 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 |
| 2007 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 |