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Volvo S60 (2011) vs. BMW X3 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volvo S60 and 2008 BMW X3 specs.

2011 Volvo S60 and 2008 BMW X3 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Volvo S60 BMW X3  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@2100
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6600
225 lb-ft@2750
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 110.1 in -0.8 in
Length 182.2 in 179.7 in 2.5 in
Width 73.4 in 73.0 in 0.4 in
Height 58.4 in 66.0 in -7.6 in
Curb Weight 3901 lb. 4012 lb. -111 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.8 gal. 17.7 gal. 0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 38.1 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 55.8 in 1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.9 in 0.0 in 54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 40.2 in 1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 37.8 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.2 in 55.4 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 0.0 in 53.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 35.8 in -2.3 in
Total Legroom 75.4 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) -0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.0 ft3 30.0 ft3 -18 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.0 ft3 71.0 ft3 -59 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo S60

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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW X3

2008 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review
2008 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review
 
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