| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 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 | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,814 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,839 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,800 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 85 L | -15 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 983 mm | -3 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 937 mm | -58 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,943 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 943 L | 385 L | 558 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.3 | 1,243 L | 32.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,042 L | 2,370 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volvo XC70.
| 2008 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 |