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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Volvo V50 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Volvo V50 specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volvo V50  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 103.9 in -2.4 in
Length 165.4 in 178.0 in -12.6 in
Width 70.3 in 69.7 in 0.6 in
Height 58.3 in 58.0 in 0.3 in
Curb Weight 2968 lb. 3570 lb. -602 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 12.8 ft3 2.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 44.2 ft3 1.8 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 2011 Volvo V50

2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD		 Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review
2010 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review
 
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