Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
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 | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.7 in | -9.8 in |
Length | 175.9 in | 193.4 in | -17.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.7 in | -4 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 72.8 in | -15.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3447 lb. | 4706 lb. | -1259 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.0 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.4 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 58.9 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 55.5 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.9 in | -2.5 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 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -38.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -71.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo S40.
2009 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 |