Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo C70 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.7 in | -9.8 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 193.4 in | -13 in |
Width | 72.3 in | 73.7 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 72.8 in | -17.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3837 lb. | 4531 lb. | -694 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 59.0 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.4 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.7 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.9 in | -11.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 55.5 in | -14 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 36.9 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -38 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -70.9 ft3 |
2012 Volvo C70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great front seats, very comfortable. Minimal wind buffeting with the top down. Volvo offered an accessory wind blocker with this model but it's not necessary. Interior trim on the arm rests could be softer. My elbow gets sore resting on the hard plastic. I keep a small fleece pad in the car to solve this little issue. see full Volvo C70 review |
2007 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 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |