Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 111.6 in | -5.7 in |
Length | 178.1 in | 191.0 in | -12.9 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.3 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 58.8 in | 7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3732 lb. | 4065 lb. | -333 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.8 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 57.4 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.9 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 56.3 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 54.7 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.0 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 52.9 ft3 |
2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent lumbar support and almost infinate power adjustments help my probelms with episodic low back pain. see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are like sitting in a lazy boy. So comfortable on long trips and just a dream to drive. see full Volvo S80 review |