Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Volvo V50 | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 103.9 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 177.7 in | -17.6 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 69.7 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 57.2 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2537 lb. | 3326 lb. | -789 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.9 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.2 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.7 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 54.1 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 50.7 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 34.4 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -12 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 26.0 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -36.9 ft3 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |