| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 113.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 193.4 in | -2.9 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 73.7 in | 2.1 in |
| Height | 63.1 in | 72.8 in | -9.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4092 lb. | 4440 lb. | -348 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 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 | 72.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Volvo XC70.
| 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 |