Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 101.5 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 175.9 in | 168.7 in | 7.2 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 69.5 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.0 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3447 lb. | 3479 lb. | -32 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.3 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 52.8 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 34.8 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -42 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo S40.
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |