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Volvo S60 (2011) vs. BMW 5-Series (2012) Specs

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2011 Volvo S60 and 2012 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Volvo S60 BMW 5-Series  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@2100
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 116.9 in -7.6 in
Length 182.2 in 193.1 in -10.9 in
Width 73.4 in 73.2 in 0.2 in
Height 58.4 in 57.6 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 3901 lb. 4519 lb. -618 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.8 gal. 18.5 gal. -0.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 40.5 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 58.3 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.9 in 0.0 in 54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.4 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 38.3 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.2 in 56.2 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 0.0 in 53.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 36.1 in -2.6 in
Total Legroom 75.4 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -2.1 in
Cargo Volume 12.0 ft3 18.4 ft3 -6.4 ft3

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2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review
 

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