Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.9 in | -0.6 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 180.2 in | -3.5 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 71.4 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.2 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 3393 lb. | -481 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.2 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 49.0 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.5 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 55.2 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 33.3 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -1.9 ft3 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 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 |