| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
| Model | Volvo S80 | Toyota Prius c | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 100.4 in | 11.2 in |
| Length | 191.0 in | 157.3 in | 33.7 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 66.7 in | 6.6 in |
| Height | 58.8 in | 56.9 in | 1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3800 lb. | 2500 lb. | 1300 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 9.5 gal. | 9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 52.3 in | 5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 51.0 in | 3.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.0 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 51.7 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 50.8 in | 3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.0 in | 0 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 0.0 | 14.9 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 |
| 2014 Toyota Prius c Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Hatch 73-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I'm 6ft, 190lb. and I feel OK driving this car. It's similar to 2003 Civic, and obviously less than 2012 Accord. see full Toyota Prius c review |