Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 110.2 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 180.2 in | 193.6 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 72.2 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 57.1 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 4012 lb. | -619 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.5 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.5 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 55.1 in | -6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.1 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 54.0 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 36.3 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |