| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 105.9 in | 4.9 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 178.1 in | 12.4 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 72.4 in | 3.4 in |
| Height | 63.1 in | 66.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4152 lb. | 3732 lb. | 420 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 56.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.0 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.4 in | 2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.0 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Volvo XC70.
| 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 |