Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Baja | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUT | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.9 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 193.3 in | 167.4 in | 25.9 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 70.2 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 65.1 in | 57.0 in | 8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3480 lb. | 3201 lb. | 279 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.6 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 42.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 47.0 in | 6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 41.5 in | -41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 33.9 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 12.9 ft3 | -12.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 20.2 ft3 | -20.2 |
2006 Subaru Baja Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUT turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
6 footers are going to have issues getting in and out. Also they will have to recline the seat too much just to keep their heads from hitting the roof. see full Subaru Baja review |
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review |
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review |