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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2020) vs. Volvo V50 (2008) Specs

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2020 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2020 2008  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volvo V50  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
228 hp@4700
258 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.8 in 103.9 in -0.1 in
Length 167.6 in 177.7 in -10.1 in
Width 70.8 in 69.7 in 1.1 in
Height 58.2 in 57.2 in 1 in
Curb Weight 3256 lb. 3379 lb. -123 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 15.9 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 38.9 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.2 in 0.7 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 38.1 in 38.1 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 54.1 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 50.7 in -50.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 34.4 in 1.2 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) 0.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.4 ft3 27.4 ft3 -10 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 53.7 ft3 62.9 ft3 -9.2 ft3

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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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