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2008 Volvo C30 and 2010 Honda Civic Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Honda Civic | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 104.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 174.8 in | -7.4 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 68.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 53.5 in | 3.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 2877 lb. | 324 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 53.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 52.1 in | -5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 49.2 in | -7.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 30.3 in | 3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | 8.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo C30
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Honda Civic
| 2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
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