| Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo XC40 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 248 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@4800 |
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 | 106.4 in | 113.7 in | -7.3 in |
| Length | 174.2 in | 193.4 in | -19.2 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 73.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 65.3 in | 72.8 in | -7.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3742 lb. | 4706 lb. | -964 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -8.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.5 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.9 in | -0.8 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 | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.7 | 43.9 ft3 | -23.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -36.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Volvo XC40.
| 2009 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 |