Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo V70 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 113.7 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 189.9 in | 193.4 in | -3.5 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 73.7 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 60.9 in | 72.8 in | -11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1004 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 59.0 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.4 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.9 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.5 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.9 in | -2.3 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 | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 19.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.3 | 43.9 ft3 | -10.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.1 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
2010 Volvo V70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
They are the comfortable front seats I have ever experienced. I can sit in them for several hours without discomfort, which is not usually the case in other cars. see full Volvo V70 review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I can sit on this chair for many hours without any problems see full Volvo V70 review |
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 |