Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 101.5 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 179.3 in | 11.6 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 70.1 in | 2 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 59.2 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3576 lb. | 3228 lb. | 348 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.8 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.1 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 53.1 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 35.5 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -18.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -52.5 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 |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |