| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volvo S60 | Honda Element | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 101.4 in | 7.9 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 169.3 in | 12.9 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 71.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 70.4 in | -12 in |
| Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 3433 lb. | 468 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 43.3 in | -5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 57.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 55.0 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 52.2 in | 3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 47.6 in | 5.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.1 in | -5.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 77.1 ft3 | -65.1 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 2007 Honda Element.