Ford Explorer (2016) vs. Volvo S80 (2009) Specs

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2016 Ford Explorer and 2009 Volvo S80 Specifications

Model Year	2016	2009
Model	Ford Explorer	Volvo S80
Engine	turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.6 in	111.6 in	1 in
Length	198.3 in	191.0 in	7.3 in
Width	78.9 in	73.3 in	5.6 in
Height	70.0 in	58.8 in	11.2 in
Curb Weight	4890 lb.	4016 lb.	874 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.6 gal.	18.5 gal.	0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.4 in	37.8 in	3.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.5 in	57.4 in	4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	57.3 in	54.8 in	2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.6 in	41.9 in	-1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.6 in	38.3 in	2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	61.0 in	56.3 in	4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.8 in	54.7 in	2.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.5 in	35.0 in	4.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	37.8 in	0.0 in	37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	50.8 in	0.0 in	50.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	40.7 in	0.0 in	40.7 in
Legroom, Row 3	33.3 in	0.0 in	33.3 in
Total Legroom	113.4 in (over 3 rows)	76.9 in (over 2 rows)	36.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.0 ft³	14.9 ft³	6.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.9 ft³	14.9	29 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	81.7 ft³	14.9 ft³	66.8 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Explorer.

2009 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

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