| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo S40 | Nissan Xterra | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Length | 175.9 in | 178.7 in | -2.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 74.9 in | -17.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3278 lb. | 4165 lb. | -887 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.9 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.3 in | -3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.9 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 58.3 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 46.1 in | 4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 34.4 in | 0 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -22.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -53.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volvo S40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Nissan Xterra.