Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 340 Nm@4700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 169 kW@5000 320 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,729 mm | 4,514 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,844 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,855 kg | 1,609 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 60 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 968 mm | 12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,288 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 874 mm | 51 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,085 L | 776 L | -775 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,398 L | 1,781 L | 1 L |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX 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 |