Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 103.9 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 175.9 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 69.7 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.2 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 3447 lb. | -121 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.9 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.2 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 54.1 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.7 in | -50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 34.4 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 33.4 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volvo S40.