Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,201 mm | 4,628 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,864 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,509 kg | 1,769 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 67 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 973 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,394 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 950 mm | 28 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,359 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 851 mm | 51 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 340 L | 85 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
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 |
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 |