Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.6 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 197.1 in | -29.7 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 78.9 in | -8.7 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 70.4 in | -13.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 4921 lb. | -1710 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.6 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 61.3 in | -7.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 57.3 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 40.5 in | -4.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 61.0 in | -14 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 56.7 in | -15.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 39.8 in | -5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -37.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 43.8 ft3 | -30.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -60.5 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Ford Explorer.