Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.3 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 180.2 in | 178.7 in | 1.5 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 72.8 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 74.9 in | -18.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 4165 lb. | -772 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 55.9 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.3 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 58.3 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 46.1 in | 9.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 34.4 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -21.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -51.8 ft3 |
2008 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |