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2011 Volkswagen Touareg and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.9 in | 113.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Length | 188.8 in | 193.4 in | -4.6 in |
| Width | 76.4 in | 73.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 68.2 in | 72.8 in | -4.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4711 lb. | 4706 lb. | 5 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 59.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.4 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 58.9 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 36.9 in | -2 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 | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.1 | 43.9 ft3 | -11.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -12.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 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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