Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.6 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 198.3 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 78.9 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 70.0 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 4890 lb. | -989 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 41.4 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 61.5 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 57.3 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.6 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 40.6 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 61.0 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 56.8 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.5 in | -6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -38 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 | -69.7 ft3 |
2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Explorer.