Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Volvo C30 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.9 in | 8.7 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 167.4 in | 30.9 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 70.2 in | 8.7 in |
Height | 70.0 in | 57.0 in | 13 in |
Curb Weight | 4457 lb. | 3201 lb. | 1256 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 38.2 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 53.6 in | 7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.1 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.3 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 36.4 in | 4.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 47.0 in | 14 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 41.5 in | 15.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 33.9 in | 5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 37.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 12.9 | 31 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Explorer.
2008 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |