Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Volvo C30 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.9 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 167.4 in | 11.3 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 70.2 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 57.0 in | 17.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4150 lb. | 3211 lb. | 939 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.2 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.6 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.1 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.4 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 47.0 in | 11.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 41.5 in | 4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 33.9 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 22.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |