Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@1950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.9 in | 0 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 180.2 in | 6 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.4 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 56.2 in | 9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 3693 lb. | 397 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 56.2 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 49.0 in | 6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.6 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.5 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.2 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.3 in | 3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 70.8 ft3 |
2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX 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 |