Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.7 in | 111.6 in | 9.1 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 191.0 in | 5.8 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 73.3 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 58.8 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5060 lb. | 4016 lb. | 1044 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 37.8 in | 3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.4 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.9 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.7 in | 56.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.8 in | 35.0 in | 6.8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 45.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo.
2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |