Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Saturn AURA | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.3 in | -8.4 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 190.9 in | -14.7 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 70.3 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.6 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3363 lb. | 3660 lb. | -297 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.9 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.0 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 52.2 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.6 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo S40.
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |