Ford Explorer vs Volvo XC90 Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2009 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Volvo XC90
- Length193.4 in
- Height71.9 in
- Wheelbase113.7 in
- Curb weight4,460 lb – 4,712 lb
- Width73.7 in
- Volvo XC90 width74.7 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Volvo XC90 is 4.1 in shorter (193.4 in vs 189.3 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 1.0 in narrower (73.7 in vs 74.7 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 1.7 in taller (71.9 in vs 70.2 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 1.1 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 112.6 in)
- Curb weight: Volvo XC90 is 52 lb heavier (4,586 lb vs 4,638 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Height: Ford Explorer is 1.7 in taller (71.9 in vs 70.2 in)
- Length: Volvo XC90 is 4.1 in shorter (193.4 in vs 189.3 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 1.0 in narrower (73.7 in vs 74.7 in)
- Curb weight: Volvo XC90 is 52 lb heavier (4,586 lb vs 4,638 lb)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 1.1 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 112.6 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageVolvo XC90 — Volvo XC90 is shorter by 4.1 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Volvo XC90
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 1.0 in
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Volvo XC90 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.4 in | 189.3 in | 4.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.7 in | 1.0 in |
| Height | 71.9 in | 70.2 in | 1.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4,586 lb | 4,638 lb | 52 lb |
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