Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 207 hp@6950 180 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 103.9 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 178.0 in | -34.9 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 69.7 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 58.0 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3570 lb. | -715 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 55.2 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 54.1 in | -15.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.7 in | -50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 34.4 in | -6.9 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.2 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.2 ft3 | 44.2 ft3 | -40 ft3 |
2006 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible review |
2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |