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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Volvo V50 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 Volvo V50 specs.

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
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,639 mm 0 mm
Length 4,201 mm 4,514 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,453 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,509 kg 1,533 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 60 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 998 mm 988 mm 10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,389 mm 1,402 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,364 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,057 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 978 mm 968 mm 10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,341 mm 1,374 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,288 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 902 mm 874 mm 28 mm
Total Legroom 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 425 L 776 L -351 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,303 L 1,781 L 0 L

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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 2008 Volvo V50

2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 
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