| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Acura RDX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,252 mm | 4,590 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,783 mm | 1,869 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 1,800 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 68 L | -8 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 983 mm | -13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 973 mm | -48 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 955 mm | -94 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 787 L | -422 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 1,716 L | 571 L |
| 2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2010 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 |
| 2007 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats. As much room as an X3,X5 or RX see full Acura RDX review |
| 2007 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review |