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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Volvo V50 (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2007 Volvo V50 specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2007 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2007  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volvo V50  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1700
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
218 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 103.9 in -2.4 in
Length 165.4 in 177.7 in -12.3 in
Width 70.3 in 69.7 in 0.6 in
Height 58.3 in 57.2 in 1.1 in
Curb Weight 3090 lb. 3379 lb. -289 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 15.9 gal. -1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 38.9 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 55.2 in -0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.6 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 38.1 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 54.1 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 50.7 in -50.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 34.4 in 1.1 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) 0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 27.4 ft3 -12.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 62.9 ft3 -16.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Volvo V50

2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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