| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volvo S80 | Volvo V50 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 103.9 in | 7.7 in |
| Length | 191.0 in | 177.7 in | 13.3 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 69.7 in | 3.6 in |
| Height | 58.8 in | 57.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4041 lb. | 3379 lb. | 662 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.2 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 50.7 in | 4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 34.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -48 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo S80.
| 2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD |
They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review |