Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 118.2 in | -14.3 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 200.3 in | -32.9 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 78.1 in | -7.9 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 68.4 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 5412 lb. | -2211 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -10.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 58.7 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.1 in | -11.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.1 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 42.0 ft3 | -29.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -52.3 ft3 |
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review |
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Audi Q7.