Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | BMW X5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400 |
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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 | 115.5 in | -11.6 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 191.1 in | -23.7 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 76.1 in | -5.9 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 69.5 in | -12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 5335 lb. | -2134 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 60.0 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.0 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.0 in | -11 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 36.6 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 21.9 ft3 | -9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 75.2 ft3 | -55 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 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 2007 BMW X5.