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Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Ford Focus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 104.3 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 171.6 in | -4.2 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 71.8 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 57.7 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3223 lb. | -22 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 55.6 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.9 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.9 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 53.7 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 52.7 in | -11.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 33.2 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 | -24.6 ft3 |
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review |
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review |
2014 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review |
2014 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review |