| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo S80 | Nissan 350Z | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 104.3 in | 7.3 in |
| Length | 191.0 in | 169.8 in | 21.2 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 71.5 in | 1.8 in |
| Height | 58.8 in | 52.1 in | 6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3800 lb. | 3339 lb. | 461 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 53.6 in | 3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.6 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 34.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 | 8.1 ft3 |
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |