| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo S80 | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 102.4 in | 7.5 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 171.3 in | 19.6 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 69.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 61.6 in | -4.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3576 lb. | 2679 lb. | 897 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.6 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 53.2 in | 4.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 51.7 in | 3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 52.6 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 47.8 in | 7.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 36.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | -38.8 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 |
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |