Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 103.9 in | 6 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 176.2 in | 14.7 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 69.7 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.2 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3576 lb. | 3363 lb. | 213 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.9 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.2 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 53.7 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.2 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 54.1 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 50.7 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 34.4 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 0.1 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo S40.