Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.5 in | -6.6 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 196.7 in | -29.3 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 72.9 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 55.8 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3513 lb. | -302 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 58.3 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.2 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 57.0 in | -10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 55.5 in | -14 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.8 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | 4.4 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 |
2006 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior room is outstanding. Trunk room is phenomenal, especially with flip and fold flat rear seat. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat had good room. Passengers had good leg room. Only adults over 6ft would touch the backs of the front seat with their legs. Draw back was the low roof. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |