Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Saturn AURA | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 103.9 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 177.7 in | 13.2 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 69.7 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.2 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 3379 lb. | 281 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.9 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.2 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.7 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.1 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 50.7 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.4 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -48 ft3 |
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD |
They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review |