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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Volvo V50 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 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 | 3326 lb. | 3379 lb. | -53 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 |
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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2008 Volvo V50
| 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 |
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