Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Acura MDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 108.3 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 191.6 in | -24.2 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 78.5 in | -8.3 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 68.2 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 4550 lb. | -1339 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 61.6 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 59.0 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.2 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 61.5 in | -14.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 59.1 in | -17.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.7 in | -4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -32.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 42.9 ft3 | -30 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -63.3 ft3 |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |