| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
| Model | Volvo S80 | Ford Fusion | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 107.4 in | 2.5 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 190.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 72.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 56.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3691 lb. | 3638 lb. | 53 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 54.0 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 56.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 53.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 37.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -2.1 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 |
| 2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |