| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volvo XC90 | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.2 in | 9.4 in |
| Length | 188.9 in | 174.9 in | 14 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 70.1 in | 4.6 in |
| Height | 70.2 in | 69.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4612 lb. | 3444 lb. | 1168 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.3 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.2 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.6 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 55.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 49.1 in | 5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.6 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 0.0 in | 30.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 28.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 29.3 | 14 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 18.8 ft3 |
| 2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |