Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.1 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 174.7 in | 1.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.1 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 67.7 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3495 lb. | 3529 lb. | -34 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.6 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.3 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 49.1 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 35.6 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.3 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Volvo S40.
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |