Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Volvo C30 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.9 in | 0 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 167.4 in | 13.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 70.2 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 57.0 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3296 lb. | 3201 lb. | 95 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 38.2 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 53.6 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.1 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 42.3 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.4 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 47.0 in | 9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 41.5 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 33.9 in | 4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 21.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 54.5 ft3 |
2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |