| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Volvo S80 | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 109.9 in | 3.8 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 190.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.2 in | 15.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 3691 lb. | 1015 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.0 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.9 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.6 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 35.9 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 14.4 | 29.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 69.3 ft3 |
| 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 |
| 2006 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |