Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.4 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 180.2 in | 187.2 in | -7 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 75.9 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 68.0 in | -11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 5254 lb. | -1861 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.7 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 57.7 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.3 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 57.4 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 35.6 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -17.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -57.1 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |