Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6600 220 lb-ft@2750 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@1950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 106.9 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 161.9 in | 180.2 in | -18.3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.4 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 49.9 in | 56.2 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3108 lb. | 3693 lb. | -585 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 38.7 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 56.2 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.6 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | -33.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.9 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 177hp 2.0L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
one word? SUPER. one time drove 15 hours, couple of rest stops, futher nothing the mather. see full Volvo S60 review |
2007 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough rear seat legroom for a car in this class. see full Volvo S60 review |