Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.9 in | 8.7 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 177.7 in | 19.4 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 69.7 in | 9.2 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 57.2 in | 13.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4752 lb. | 3548 lb. | 1204 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 55.2 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.7 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.1 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 54.1 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 50.7 in | 6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.4 in | 5.4 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 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 37.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 27.4 | 16.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |