Compare Ford Explorer vs Volvo XC90

Engine

2.3-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas

Engine

2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas

Transmission

10-Speed Automatic

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

Front-Wheel Drive

Fuel Economy

City: 21 MPG

Hwy: 28 MPG

Fuel Economy

City: 21 MPG

Hwy: 30 MPG

Fuel Tank Capacity

19.2 gallons

Fuel Tank Capacity

18.8 gallons

Seating Capacity

7 seater

Seating Capacity

7 seater

23

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34

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Engine and Transmission

Engine

2.3-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas

2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas

Horsepower

300 hp @ 5500 rpm

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm

258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm

Transmission

10-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter

N/A

38.7 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

18" x 7.5"

19" x 8"

Rear Wheel Size

18" x 7.5"

19" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Strut

Double Wishbone

Rear Suspension

Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire

P255/65HR18

P235/55HR19

Rear Tire

P255/65HR18

P235/55HR19

Spare Tire

Compact

Fuel Economy

Combined

24 MPG

25 MPG

City

21 MPG

Highway

28 MPG

30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

7.3 Tons/yr

7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

19.2 gallons

18.8 gallons

Cruising Range City

403.2 miles

394.8 miles

Cruising Range Highway

537.6 miles

564 miles

Exterior Dimensions

Length

198.8 in

194.9 in

Height

69.9 in

Max Width

78.9 in

79.1 in

Front Width

66.9 in

65.7 in

Rear Width

66.9 in

65.8 in

Wheelbase

119.1 in

117.5 in

Ground Clearance

7.9 in

9.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

7 seater

Front Seat Leg Room

43 in

40.9 in

Front Seat Headroom

40.7 in

38.9 in

Front Seat Shoulder Room

61.8 in

57.7 in

Front Seat Hip Room

59.2 in

56 in

Rear Seat Leg Room

39 in

37 in

Rear Seat Headroom

40.5 in

38.5 in

Rear Seat Shoulder Room

61.9 in

56.5 in

Rear Seat Hip Room

59.1 in

56.5 in

Third Row Leg Room

32.2 in

31.9 in

Third Row Headroom

38.9 in

36.3 in

Third Row Shoulder Room

54.6 in

46.9 in

Third Row Hip Room

40.9 in

44.9 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

4,345 lbs

4,394 lbs

Maximum Towing Capacity

N/A

4,000 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1

87.8 ft³

85.7 ft³

Cargo Volume to Seat 2

47.9 ft³

41.8 ft³

Cargo Volume to Seat 3

18.2 ft³

15.8 ft³

Standard Exterior Colors

Agate Black Metallic
Blue Metallic
Iconic Silver Metallic
Magnetic Metallic
Oxford White

Bright Silver Metallic
Crystal White Metallic
Denim Blue Metallic
Ice White
Onyx Black Metallic
Osmium Grey Metallic
Thunder Grey Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

N/A

Blond, Leatherette Seating Surfaces w/Blond Interior
Charcoal, Leatherette Seating Surfaces

Optional Interior Materials

N/A

Blond, Leather Seating Surfaces w/Blond Interior
Charcoal, Leather Seating Surfaces

Infotainment

HD Radio

Not Available

Standard

Bluetooth Connection

Standard

Premium Sound System

Not Available

Optional

Satellite Radio

Standard

Smart Device Integration

Standard

WiFi Hotspot

Standard

Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard

MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard

Cloth Seats

Standard

Leather Seats

Not Available

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Not Available

Standard

Premium Synthetic Seats

Not Available

Standard

Vinyl Seats

Not Available

Standard

Woodgrain Interior Trim

Not Available

Standard

Sun/Moonroof

Not Available

Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Not Available

Optional

Navigation System

Not Available

Optional

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard

Power Liftgate

Standard

Power Mirror(s)

Standard

A/C

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Standard

Climate Control

Standard

Cruise Control

Standard

Hands-Free Liftgate

Not Available

Standard

Heated Front Seat(s)

Not Available

Optional

Heated Steering Wheel

Not Available

Optional

Keyless Entry

Standard

Multi-Zone A/C

Standard

Power Driver Seat

Standard

Power Passenger Seat

Not Available

Standard

Remote Engine Start

Standard

Remote Trunk Release

Standard

Seat Memory

Not Available

Standard

Universal Garage Door Opener

Not Available

Standard

Rear A/C

Standard

Keyless Start

Not Available

Standard

Telematics

Standard

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard

Cross-Traffic Alert

Standard

Rear Parking Aid

Standard

Blind Spot Monitor

Standard

Lane Departure Warning

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist

Standard

ABS

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard

Brake Assist

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

N/A

Side Crash Rating

N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard

Front Head Air Bag

Standard

Front Side Air Bag

Standard

Knee Air Bag

Standard

Passenger Air Bag

Standard

Rear Head Air Bag

Standard

Warranty Summary

Basic

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Corrosion

5 Years / Unlimited Miles

12 Years / Unlimited Miles

Drivetrain

5 Years / 60,000 Miles

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance

5 Years / 60,000 Miles

4 Years / Unlimited Miles

Maintenance

N/A

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

Compare Ford Explorer vs Volvo XC90

Overview

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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Emissions

Fuel Tank

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Weight and Towing

Cargo Space

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

Optional Interior Materials

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Safety

Safety Features

US NHTSA crash test result

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary