2024 Ford
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2024 Volvo
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| MPG - City | 18 - 21 MPG | 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 28 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 87.8 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 247 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 - 5,600 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 185.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 78.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.7 in
Rear 40.5 in |
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Volvo XC60.
The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC60.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Explorer as you will with the Volvo XC60, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Explorer will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo XC60.
Dimensions
The Ford Explorer is about the same width as the Volvo XC60.
If you go with the Ford Explorer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC60.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC60 for pulling heavy loads.
The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC60.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC60.
Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Volvo XC60, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo XC60.