Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 109.3 in | 17.3 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 182.2 in | 20.8 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 73.4 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 58.4 in | 7 in |
Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 3901 lb. | 928 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 17.8 gal. | 7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 57.0 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.9 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 37.4 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.2 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 33.5 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 33 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 12.0 | 30.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 73 ft3 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review |