Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Honda Civic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 106.3 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 176.7 in | 14.2 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 69.0 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.5 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3576 lb. | 2912 lb. | 664 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 53.7 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 51.9 in | 3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 52.4 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 51.0 in | 4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 34.6 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 2.4 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 |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |