Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 271 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 110.2 in | 1.4 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 195.8 in | -4.8 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 72.7 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 57.2 in | 1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4016 lb. | 4099 lb. | -83 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.5 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.1 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.2 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.1 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 54.0 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 36.3 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Acura RL.