Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 110.0 in | -0.7 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 189.8 in | -7.6 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 72.2 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.9 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 3338 lb. | 563 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.0 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 57.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 55.2 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 45.5 in | -3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.7 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 54.9 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.6 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -4.4 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 |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |