Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 165 kW@5600 306 Nm@3600 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5500 361 Nm@1800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,486 mm | 4,628 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,735 mm | 1,864 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,651 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,520 kg | 1,679 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 67 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,311 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,107 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,311 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 856 mm | 851 mm | 5 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,963 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 906 L | 340 L | 566 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,634 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |
2013 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The driver's seat and driver's position are outstanding, the best I've ever experienced and I've driven Lexuses and Infinitis. Passenger's seat is also very comfortable.rnrnCaution: Back seat and trunk are small. Also, no spare. You get an inflation kit. You can pay $250 for a donut spare. see full Volvo S60 review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Volvo has a reputation for quality seating - I am very pleased with the comfort and support. I had a recent trip of about 14 hours, and the seats provided the best comfort I've had compared to all other cars I've owned and have drove in long distance trips. see full Volvo S60 review |
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 |
2013 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very tight in back. see full Volvo S60 review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat space is smaller than 3-series BMW. It's fine for children/young adults, but full size people will find it a little tight. Volvo should have added about six inches to the length and a few inches in width. see full Volvo S60 review |