| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo S40 | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,621 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,468 mm | 4,442 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,453 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,564 kg | 1,562 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 62 L | -2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,026 mm | 987 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 996 mm | -51 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,288 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 904 mm | -30 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 357 L | 830 L | -473 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 1,877 L | 11.6 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volvo S40.
| 2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |