Volvo XC90 vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2016 catalog dimensions. Volvo XC90 · Ford Explorer
- Length194.8 in
- Height69.9 in
- Wheelbase117.5 in
- Ground clearance9.3 in
- Curb weight4,394 lb
- Width79.1 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Volvo XC90 is 3.5 in shorter (194.8 in vs 198.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 0.1 in taller (69.9 in vs 70.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Volvo XC90 has a 4.7 in longer wheelbase (117.5 in vs 112.8 in)
- Ground clearance: Volvo XC90 has 1.2 in more ground clearance (9.3 in vs 8.1 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 278 lb heavier (4,394 lb vs 4,672 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Ground clearance: Volvo XC90 has 1.2 in more ground clearance (9.3 in vs 8.1 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 278 lb heavier (4,394 lb vs 4,672 lb)
- Wheelbase: Volvo XC90 has a 4.7 in longer wheelbase (117.5 in vs 112.8 in)
- Length: Volvo XC90 is 3.5 in shorter (194.8 in vs 198.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 0.1 in taller (69.9 in vs 70.0 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageVolvo XC90 — Volvo XC90 is shorter by 3.5 in
- More ground clearanceVolvo XC90 — Volvo XC90 has 1.2 in more clearance
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Volvo XC90 | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 194.8 in | 198.3 in | 3.5 in |
| Width | 79.1 in | — | — |
| Height | 69.9 in | 70.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.5 in | 112.8 in | 4.7 in |
| Ground clearance | 9.3 in | 8.1 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb weight | 4,394 lb | 4,672 lb | 278 lb |
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