Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Volvo V50 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.9 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 177.7 in | 3.2 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 69.7 in | 1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 57.2 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3267 lb. | 3326 lb. | -59 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.2 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.7 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 54.1 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 50.7 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 34.4 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -15.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -50.9 ft3 |
2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2008 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 |