Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Subaru Impreza / WRX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 244 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,644 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,577 mm | 4,580 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,814 mm | 1,740 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,427 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,539 kg | 1,455 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 55 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,008 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,245 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 945 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 846 mm | 899 mm | -53 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 394 L | 340 L | 54 L |
2009 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 |
2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The lumbar support is slightly lacking for me, but I have dancer-like posture so it could just be my preference. The seats are very plush and well-designed otherwise... go sit in one. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |