Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Volkswagen Touareg | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 112.4 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 187.2 in | 3.8 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 75.9 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 68.0 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3800 lb. | 5086 lb. | -1286 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.7 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.6 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -56.1 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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |