Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Nissan Armada | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 317 hp@4900 385 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 123.2 in | -19.3 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 207.7 in | -31.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 79.3 in | -9.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 77.2 in | -20 in |
Curb Weight | 3495 lb. | 5593 lb. | -2098 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -12.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 65.0 in | -9.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 61.3 in | -7.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 65.0 in | -10.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 60.8 in | -10.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 41.9 in | -7.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 63.7 in | -63.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.8 in | -48.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 115.9 in (over 3 rows) | -39.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 56.7 ft3 | -44.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 97.1 ft3 | -84.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo S40.
2008 Nissan Armada Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 317-horsepower 5.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not enough legroom and headroom in 3rd row seat. see full Nissan Armada review |