Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.9 in | 0 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 174.8 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 73.0 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 64.4 in | -7.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3200 lb. | 3433 lb. | -233 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 56.7 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.7 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.4 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.5 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.1 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 49.1 in | -7.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.9 in | -4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 | -13.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -34.4 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV | Seats are just not comfortable for any trips lasting more than an hour. I'm 6'1 and my wife is 5'6" and we both found the seats to be uncomfortable on long trips see full Kia Sportage review |