Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | BMW X5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6200 369 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 111.0 in | -1.7 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 183.7 in | -1.5 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 73.7 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 67.5 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 5016 lb. | -1115 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.9 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 58.0 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 39.3 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.5 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 57.2 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.4 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 | -42.4 ft3 |
2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |