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Chevrolet Equinox (2008) vs. Volvo V50 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Volvo V50 specs.

2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Chevrolet Equinox Volvo V50  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6500
250 lb-ft@2300
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.5 in 103.9 in 8.6 in
Length 188.8 in 177.7 in 11.1 in
Width 71.4 in 69.7 in 1.7 in
Height 69.3 in 57.2 in 12.1 in
Curb Weight 4044 lb. 3548 lb. 496 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 15.9 gal. 1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.9 in 38.9 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.7 in 55.2 in 0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.1 in 53.7 in -2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.6 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.1 in 38.1 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 54.1 in 1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.4 in 50.7 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.2 in 34.4 in 5.8 in
Total Legroom 81.4 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) 5.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.7 ft3 27.4 ft3 8.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 67.1 ft3 62.9 ft3 4.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50

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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