| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volvo V70 | Volvo S80 | |
| Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 111.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 191.0 in | -1.1 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 73.3 in | 0 in |
| Height | 60.9 in | 58.8 in | 2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 4065 lb. | -538 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.8 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.4 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.9 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.3 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.0 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 57.2 ft3 |
| 2009 Volvo V70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I can sit on this chair for many hours without any problems see full Volvo V70 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have driven 12 hours/trip and seating comfortable, a stress free and comfortable drive/ see full Volvo V70 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
as above see full Volvo V70 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
great comfort if you have passengers, passengers very complimentary/ see full Volvo V70 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We spent five days of driving in the car in August and the seats remained comfortable for all 4,000 miles. see full Volvo V70 review |
| 2007 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 |