Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Subaru Baja | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.9 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 193.3 in | 177.7 in | 15.6 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 69.7 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 65.1 in | 57.2 in | 7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3480 lb. | 3326 lb. | 154 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.2 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 54.1 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.7 in | -50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.4 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 27.4 ft3 | -27.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 62.9 ft3 | -62.9 |
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 |
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 |