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Volvo S60 (2008) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo S60 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2008 Volvo S60 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Volvo S60 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine turbocharged
2.4L I5
DOHC-4v
192 kW@5500
350 Nm@2100
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
188 kW@4300
329 Nm@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,715 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,577 mm 4,201 mm 0 mm
Width 1,814 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,427 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,539 kg 1,509 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 55 L 13 L
Headroom, Row 1 983 mm 998 mm -15 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,427 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,245 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,082 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 963 mm 978 mm -15 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,402 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 846 mm 902 mm -56 mm
Total Legroom 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 394 L 425 L -31 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.9 1,303 L 12.9

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo S60

2008 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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