Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 109.5 in | -5.6 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 186.6 in | -19.2 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 73.3 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 67.7 in | -10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 4788 lb. | -1577 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.8 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 59.1 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 57.6 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.3 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.5 in | -11.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 60.6 in | -19.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.5 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -21.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | -47.2 ft3 |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |