| Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Ford Transit Connect | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 3,063 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,252 mm | 4,826 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,783 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,819 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 1,813 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 60 L | 0 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,191 mm | 969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 1,161 mm | 924 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 955 mm | -94 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,064 mm | -1 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,430 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,194 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 889 mm | -889 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 705 L | -340 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 1,702 L | 11.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 3,002 L | 569 L |
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Ford Transit Connect.