| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo S60 | Ford Transit Connect | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 114.6 in | -5.3 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 180.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 70.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 79.3 in | -20.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 3425 lb. | 476 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 15.4 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 51.1 in | -12.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 54.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 50.8 in | 4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.5 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 50.5 in | -13.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 59.6 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 59.8 in | -6.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 38.5 in | -5 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 78.1 ft3 | -66.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 135.3 ft3 | -123.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect.