| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo S80 | Ford Fusion | |
| Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 107.4 in | 4.2 in |
| Length | 191.0 in | 190.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 72.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 58.8 in | 57.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4065 lb. | 3280 lb. | 785 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.4 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 37.0 in | -2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
| 2007 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 |
| 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 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of leg room for tall people see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of leg room and good seats. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Easy entry, tons of leg room see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2006 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Angle of rear doors and seat do not work well when trying to get in and out. Worse if using as family car and trying to get child in/out of car seat. see full Ford Fusion review |