Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
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 | 3211 lb. | 3223 lb. | -12 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 |
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 |
2015 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 |