Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 99.4 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 176.6 in | 14.4 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 68.3 in | 5 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 65.0 in | -6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4065 lb. | 3310 lb. | 755 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 53.5 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 51.6 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 43.6 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.7 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.6 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 51.6 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 33.7 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | -17.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | -42.8 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 |
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |