Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 101.5 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 168.7 in | 22.2 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 69.5 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.0 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3691 lb. | 3660 lb. | 31 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.3 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 52.8 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 34.8 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -40.2 ft3 |
2006 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent lumbar support and almost infinate power adjustments help my probelms with episodic low back pain. see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are like sitting in a lazy boy. So comfortable on long trips and just a dream to drive. see full Volvo S80 review |
2006 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review |