Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | BMW X5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6200 369 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 111.0 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 183.7 in | 7.3 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 73.7 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 67.5 in | -8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4016 lb. | 5016 lb. | -1000 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.9 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.0 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 39.3 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.2 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.4 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 | -39.5 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 |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |