| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo S60 | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 102.4 in | 6.9 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 171.9 in | 10.3 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 69.5 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 61.4 in | -3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 2865 lb. | 1036 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 53.3 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 52.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 52.6 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 43.7 in | 9.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.2 in | -2.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | -49.5 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 2009 Toyota Matrix.