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BMW 1-Series (2011) vs. Volvo V50 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 1-Series and 2008 Volvo V50 specs.

2011 BMW 1-Series and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model BMW 1-Series Volvo V50  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 103.9 in 0.8 in
Length 172.2 in 177.7 in -5.5 in
Width 68.8 in 69.7 in -0.9 in
Height 55.6 in 57.2 in -1.6 in
Curb Weight 3494 lb. 3326 lb. 168 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 15.9 gal. -1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 38.9 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 55.2 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.6 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 38.1 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 42.2 in 54.1 in -11.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 50.7 in -50.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.0 in 34.4 in -2.4 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) -2.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.5 ft3 27.4 ft3 -18.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 8.5 ft3 62.9 ft3 -54.4 ft3

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2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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