| Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo C40 | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 112.9 in | -6.5 in |
| Length | 174.8 in | 200.3 in | -25.5 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 74.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Height | 62.8 in | 67.4 in | -4.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4737 lb. | 4033 lb. | 704 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -19 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.5 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 39.8 in | -3.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 47.4 ft3 | -32.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.0 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -36.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volvo C40.
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |