Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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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 | 106.3 in | 5.3 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 184.1 in | 6.9 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 74.4 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 67.9 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4016 lb. | 4054 lb. | -38 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.2 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 59.5 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.8 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.6 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.6 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 36.8 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -63.3 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 |
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |