Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 112.6 in | -1 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 188.9 in | 2.1 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 74.7 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 70.2 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4016 lb. | 4612 lb. | -596 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.3 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.4 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.0 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 54.1 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 34.6 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.1 in | -30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.9 | 43.3 ft3 | -28.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | -70.2 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 |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |