Audi Q7 (2017) vs. Volvo V50 (2007) Specs

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2017 Audi Q7 and 2007 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year	2017	2007
Model	Audi Q7	Volvo V50
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	103.9 in	14 in
Length	199.6 in	177.7 in	21.9 in
Width	77.5 in	69.7 in	7.8 in
Height	68.5 in	57.2 in	11.3 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	3548 lb.	1390 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	15.9 gal.	6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	38.9 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	55.2 in	4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.6 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	38.1 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	54.1 in	4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	50.7 in	-50.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	34.4 in	4.4 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	0.0 in	35.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	0.0 in	49.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	76 in (over 2 rows)	33.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	27.4 ft³	-12.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	27.4	10.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	62.9 ft³	8.7 ft³

2017 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi Q7.

2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD	It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review
2007	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review
2006	4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review
2006	4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD	They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review

2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review
2007	4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD	Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review
2006	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review
2006	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review
2006	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review

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