Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 116.9 in | -13 in |
Length | 175.9 in | 193.1 in | -17.2 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.2 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.6 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3225 lb. | 3814 lb. | -589 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.5 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.3 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 56.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.1 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volvo S40.
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |