| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,252 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,783 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 85 L | -25 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,011 mm | 969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 983 mm | -58 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 937 mm | -76 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 385 L | -20 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 1,243 L | 11.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 2,370 L | 570 L |
| 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 |
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |