2003 Ford Explorer XLT
vs
2008 Ford Explorer Limited

2003 Ford Explorer  XLT

VS

2008 Ford Explorer  Limited
2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited Difference
Name XLT Limited
Price $ 40,165 $ 53,699
Body Sport Utility Sport Utility
Doors 5 Doors 5 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 4.6L V8 SOHC 16 valves 4.6L V8 SOHC 24-valve
Power 240 hp @ 4750 rpm 292 hp @ 5750 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 6 Seats 1 (20%)
Transmission 5 speed automatic 6-speed automatic transmission
Cargo Space 1,319.0 L 1,271.0 L 48 (4%)
Maximum Cargo Space 1,319.0 L 2,398.0 L 1079 (82%)
Wheel Type 20'' alloy wheels
Series Explorer III Explorer IV
Drivetrain 4-wheel drive 4-wheel drive
Horsepower 240 HP 292 HP 52 (22%)
Torque 262 N.m 319 N.m 57 (22%)
Top Speed 228 km/h 244 km/h 16 (7%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 8.2 s 7.5 s 0.7 (9%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 16.0 L/100km 16.6 L/100km 0.6 (4%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 11.0 L/100km 10.7 L/100km 0.3 (3%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,984 KG 2,137 KG
Brand Ford Ford
Model Explorer Explorer
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 14.5 s 14.0 s 0.5 (3%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 140.5 km/h 146.4 km/h 5.92 (4%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 27.2 s 26.1 s 1.1 (4%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 158.2 km/h 164.8 km/h 6.56 (4%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

Explorer III vs Explorer IV Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited
Remote Keyless EntryRemote keyless entry + keyless padYes

Dimensions

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited
Cargo Capacity1319 L1271 L
Curb Weight1984 kg2137 kg
Front Headroom1013 mm1011 mm
Front Legroom1116 mm1077 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity85 L85 L
Gross Vehicle Weight2459 kg2849 kg
Height1814 mm1849 mm
Length4813 mm4915 mm
Max Trailer Weight3175 kg3227 kg
Rear Headroom988 mm983 mm
Rear Legroom946 mm937 mm
Wheelbase2889 mm2888 mm
Width1832 mm1867 mm

Exterior Details

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited
Running Boards (Option)YesPower-retractable chromed running boards

Interior Details

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited

Mechanical

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited
Drive Train4-wheel drive4-wheel drive
Engine Name4.0L V6 SOHC 12 valves4.6L V8 SOHC 24-valve
Transmission5 speed automatic6-speed automatic transmission

Overview

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited
BodySport UtilitySport Utility
Doors55
Engine4.6L V8 SOHC 16 valves4.6L V8 SOHC 24-valve
Fuel Consumption16.0 (Automatic City)11.0 (Automatic Highway)16.6 (Automatic City)10.7 (Automatic Highway)
Power240 hp @ 4750 rpm292 hp @ 5750 rpm
Seats56
Transmission5 speed automatic6-speed automatic transmission
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain60000/km, 36/Months Roadside Assistance60000/km, 36/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance100000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/Months

Safety

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited
Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABSAnti-lock brakes
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorNoneLATCH child seat anchors
Driver AirbagNoneDriver-side front airbag
Front Seat BeltsHeight adjustableHeight adjustable, pre-tensioner
Ignition DisableNoneSecuri-lock passive anti-theft system
Parking Distance SensorReverse sensing systemRear parking assist
Passenger AirbagNonePassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagSafety Air CurtainFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2003 Ford Explorer XLT 2008 Ford Explorer Limited
Front TiresP235/70R16P255/50R20

2003 Ford Explorer XLT

The 2003 Ford Explorer XLT is a 4-wheel drive Sport Utility. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 5 Doors and is powered by a 4.6L V8 SOHC 16 valves engine which outputs 240 hp @ 4750 rpm and is paired with 5 speed automatic gearbox. The 2003 Ford Explorer XLT has cargo capacity of 1319 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1984 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2003 Ford Explorer XLT has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional 4.6L V8 SOHC 16 valves engine as well It offers Reverse sensing system and. Safety features also include None and None. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. The car also features a It has as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 262 N.m of torque and a top speed of 228 km/h. The 2003 Ford Explorer XLT accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 16 L/100km in the city and 11 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 40,165

2008 Ford Explorer Limited

The 2008 Ford Explorer Limited is a 4-wheel drive Sport Utility. It can accommodate up to 6 passengers. It has 5 Doors and is powered by a 4.6L V8 SOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 292 hp @ 5750 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2008 Ford Explorer Limited has cargo capacity of 1271 Liters and the vehicle weighs 2137 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 Ford Explorer Limited has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Rear parking assist and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Tire presure monitoring system It has 20'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 319 N.m of torque and a top speed of 244 km/h. The 2008 Ford Explorer Limited accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14 seconds. Fuel consumption is 16.6 L/100km in the city and 10.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 53,699


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