Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,731 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,575 mm | 4,514 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,509 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 60 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 945 mm | 988 mm | -43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,115 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 968 mm | -36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,288 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 777 mm | 874 mm | -97 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 368 L | 776 L | -408 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 1,781 L | 12 |
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS 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 |