Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | BMW X5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6200 369 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 111.0 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 180.2 in | 183.7 in | -3.5 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 73.7 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 67.5 in | -11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 5016 lb. | -1623 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.0 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 39.3 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 57.2 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 35.4 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 | -40.5 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |