Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Lexus ES | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.1 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 191.1 in | -23.7 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 71.3 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 57.3 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3472 lb. | -271 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.6 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 56.8 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.5 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.8 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 55.5 in | -14 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.6 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 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 |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |