Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
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 | 3211 lb. | 2877 lb. | 334 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 |
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 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |