Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | BMW X6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,934 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,252 mm | 4,879 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,783 mm | 1,984 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,448 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 2,390 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 85 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 973 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 945 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 912 mm | -51 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 569 L | -204 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 1,450 L | 571 L |
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 |
2008 BMW X6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable,deep, luxurious and spacious rear seating (no middle seat) positioning your passengers in from the doors and with a usable middle platform. Awesome headroom for a coupe style car - I am 6ft and can sit tall. see full BMW X6 review |
2008 BMW X6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
angle of seat back not adjustable. Ingress & egress without roof mounted grab handles! see full BMW X6 review |