Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Venza | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.9 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 167.4 in | 21.6 in |
Width | 75.0 in | 70.2 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 57.0 in | 6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 3201 lb. | 669 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 53.6 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.1 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 42.3 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.4 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.0 in | 47.0 in | 12 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 41.5 in | 15 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 33.9 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 21.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.1 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 49.9 ft3 |
2010 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
can be reclined 14° see full Toyota Venza 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 |