| Model Year | 2008 | 2024 | |
| Model | Volvo S40 | Nissan LEAF | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
Electric 214 hp 250 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Length | 175.9 in | 176.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 61.4 in | -4.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3278 lb. | 3856 lb. | -578 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.2 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 51.7 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 52.5 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 50.0 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 33.5 in | 0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 | -11 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -17.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volvo S40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Nissan LEAF.