Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 101.5 in | 10.1 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 179.3 in | 11.7 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 70.1 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 59.2 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3800 lb. | 3228 lb. | 572 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 54.8 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.1 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.1 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.5 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
2009 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 |
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 |