Volvo XC90 vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2008 catalog dimensions. Volvo XC90 · Ford Explorer
- Length189.3 in
- Height70.2 in
- Wheelbase112.6 in
- Curb weight4,450 lb – 4,826 lb
- Width74.7 in
- Ford Explorer width73.7 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Volvo XC90 is 4.1 in shorter (189.3 in vs 193.4 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 1.0 in narrower (74.7 in vs 73.7 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 2.6 in taller (70.2 in vs 72.8 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 1.1 in longer wheelbase (112.6 in vs 113.7 in)
- Curb weight: Volvo XC90 is 52 lb heavier (4,638 lb vs 4,586 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Height: Ford Explorer is 2.6 in taller (70.2 in vs 72.8 in)
- Length: Volvo XC90 is 4.1 in shorter (189.3 in vs 193.4 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 1.0 in narrower (74.7 in vs 73.7 in)
- Curb weight: Volvo XC90 is 52 lb heavier (4,638 lb vs 4,586 lb)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 1.1 in longer wheelbase (112.6 in vs 113.7 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageVolvo XC90 — Volvo XC90 is shorter by 4.1 in Check garage fit for Volvo XC90 · garage fit for Ford Explorer
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 1.0 in
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Volvo XC90 | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 189.3 in | 193.4 in | 4.1 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 73.7 in | 1.0 in |
| Height | 70.2 in | 72.8 in | 2.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4,638 lb | 4,586 lb | 52 lb |
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