Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo XC60 | BMW 1-Series | |
Engine | twincharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 302 hp@5700 295 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 104.7 in | 4.5 in |
Length | 182.8 in | 171.7 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 68.8 in | 5.6 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 56.0 in | 11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4043 lb. | 3384 lb. | 659 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.9 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.0 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.1 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 53.4 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 32.0 in | 4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 57.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volvo XC60.
2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |