| Model Year | 2018 | 2014 | |
| Model | Volvo V60 Cross Country | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 105.9 in | 3.3 in |
| Length | 182.6 in | 178.1 in | 4.5 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 72.4 in | 1 in |
| Height | 60.8 in | 66.3 in | -5.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3920 lb. | 3732 lb. | 188 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 56.0 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 55.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.8 in | -3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.8 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -24 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volvo V60 Cross Country.
| 2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |