Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 111.6 in | -6.5 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 191.0 in | -4.8 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 73.3 in | -5.2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 58.8 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 4016 lb. | -581 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 37.8 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 57.4 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 54.8 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 41.9 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.3 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.7 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.0 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |