| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo S60 Cross Country | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5400 266 lb-ft@1800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 113.7 in | -4.5 in |
| Length | 182.6 in | 193.4 in | -10.8 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 73.7 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 60.6 in | 72.8 in | -12.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3913 lb. | 4706 lb. | -793 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 39.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 59.0 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 55.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.9 in | -3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 55.5 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.9 in | -3.4 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 | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -38.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -71.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country.
| 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 |