Volvo S80 Volvo S80 2007 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volvo S80 (2007) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Volvo S80 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2007 Volvo S80 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2007 2012  
Model Volvo S80 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
232 kW@5950
441 Nm@3950
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
188 kW@4300
329 Nm@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,835 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,851 mm 4,201 mm 0 mm
Width 1,862 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,494 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,844 kg 1,509 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 55 L 15 L
Headroom, Row 1 960 mm 998 mm -38 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,458 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,392 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 973 mm 978 mm -5 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,430 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,389 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 889 mm 902 mm -13 mm
Total Legroom 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 422 L 425 L -3 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.9 1,303 L 13.9

Return to top

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Volvo S80

2007 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Volvo models.