Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 375 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 116.0 in | -12.1 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 198.8 in | -31.4 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 78.8 in | -8.6 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 74.8 in | -17.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 5513 lb. | -2312 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 65.2 in | -11.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 61.4 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.4 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 65.1 in | -18.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 61.3 in | -19.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.6 in | -4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.3 in | -27.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | -31 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 63.6 ft3 | -50.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -84.4 ft3 |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
GMT800 series vehicles fit me better than any other. I prefer the '06 Tahoe to the '09 GMC Sierra i had prior to the Equinox i traded for the Tahoe. The Equinox was okay on a straight road, other than that, it was terrible! No lateral support at see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |