| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
| 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 162 hp@6500 144 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 120.6 in | -11.3 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 190.0 in | -7.8 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 72.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 71.6 in | -13.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 3998 lb. | -97 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 46.9 in | -8.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 57.6 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 54.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 45.7 in | -8.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.5 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 58.3 in | -4.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 37.6 in | -4.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.9 in | -41.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.0 in | -47 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | -37.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 24.9 ft3 | -12.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 60.1 ft3 | -48.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 106.0 ft3 | -94 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 |
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