| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo S40 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 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 | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,468 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,453 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,564 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 85 L | -25 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,011 mm | 987 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 983 mm | -38 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,288 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 937 mm | -63 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 357 L | 385 L | -28 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 1,243 L | 11.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 2,370 L | 10.6 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo S40.
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |