Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.5 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 188.8 in | -21.4 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 71.4 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 69.3 in | -12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3907 lb. | -696 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.9 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 55.7 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 51.1 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.2 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 40.1 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.9 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 51.4 in | -9.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 40.2 in | -6.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -22.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -46.9 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |