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Volvo C30 (2008) vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo C30 and 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs.

2008 Volvo C30 and 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Volvo C30 Jeep Grand Cherokee  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
5.7L V8
OHV-2v
360 hp@5150
390 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 114.8 in -10.9 in
Length 167.4 in 189.8 in -22.4 in
Width 70.2 in 76.3 in -6.1 in
Height 57.0 in 69.4 in -12.4 in
Curb Weight 3201 lb. 4780 lb. -1579 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 24.6 gal. -8.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.0 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.6 in 58.6 in -5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 57.0 in -3.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 40.3 in 2 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.4 in 39.3 in -2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 47.0 in 58.0 in -11 in
Hip Room, Row 2 41.5 in 56.5 in -15 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 38.6 in -4.7 in
Total Legroom 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 78.9 in (over 2 rows) -2.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.9 ft3 36.3 ft3 -23.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 20.2 ft3 68.3 ft3 -48.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo C30

2008 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review
2008 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
 
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