Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,252 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,819 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 1,452 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 60 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 925 mm | 55 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,194 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 861 mm | 117 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 365 L | -364 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,064 L | 572 L | -570 L |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |