Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Honda Accord | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 278 hp@6200 252 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.3 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 189.5 in | -22.1 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 73.0 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 56.5 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3552 lb. | -351 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 58.9 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.4 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.1 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 48.9 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 33.7 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
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 |
2016 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 278-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
There is not quite enough adjustment in the front seat for me. I feel there is an un-natural curve in the front seat that I can't remove with the lumbar support. I sit on a folded towel to get the curve of the seat in the right place for my back. I'm 5'11" if that puts it into perspective for you. The steering wheel should telescope out more for optimal arm position and the orientation of the HUGE speedometer makes it get chopped in half by the steering wheel. No digital speedo readout on this model. Note that the touring gauges are a little different than the standard V6. see full Honda Accord review |