| Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
| Model | Volvo XC90 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 3,025 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,798 mm | 5,050 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,897 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,783 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,061 kg | 1,971 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 68 L | 12 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,570 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 1,029 mm | 974 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 991 mm | -112 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 902 mm | 988 mm | -86 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,387 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,039 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 765 mm | 818 mm | -53 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,883 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 249 L | 515 L | -266 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,226 L | 1,356 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,410 L | 2,486 L | 0 L |
| 2011 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |
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