Volvo C30 (2011) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2008) Specs

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2011 Volvo C30 and 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year	2011	2008
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 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	2dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	116.0 in	-12.1 in
Length	167.4 in	202.0 in	-34.6 in
Width	70.2 in	79.0 in	-8.8 in
Height	57.0 in	76.9 in	-19.9 in
Curb Weight	3200 lb.	5345 lb.	-2145 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	26.0 gal.	-10.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	41.1 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.6 in	65.3 in	-11.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.1 in	64.4 in	-11.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	41.3 in	1 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.4 in	39.2 in	-2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	47.0 in	65.2 in	-18.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	41.5 in	60.6 in	-19.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.9 in	39.0 in	-5.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.9 in	-37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	61.7 in	-61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.1 in	-49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	25.6 in	-25.6 in
Total Legroom	76.2 in (over 2 rows)	105.9 in (over 3 rows)	-29.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.9 ft³	16.9 ft³	-4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	12.9	60.3 ft³	-47.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	20.2 ft³	108.9 ft³	-88.7 ft³

2011 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
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

2011 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

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. 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
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

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2007	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD	inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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