Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.8 in | 0.1 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 167.6 in | 8.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 70.8 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.2 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3363 lb. | 3256 lb. | 107 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.9 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.9 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 35.6 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.3 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -39.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo S40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.