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Volvo C30 (2009) vs. Subaru Forester (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volvo C30 and 2017 Subaru Forester specs.

2009 Volvo C30 and 2017 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2009 2017  
Model Volvo C30 Subaru Forester  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 103.9 in 0 in
Length 167.4 in 180.9 in -13.5 in
Width 70.2 in 70.7 in -0.5 in
Height 57.0 in 66.4 in -9.4 in
Curb Weight 3201 lb. 3624 lb. -423 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 15.9 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 41.4 in -3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.6 in 57.0 in -3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 53.9 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 43.0 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.4 in 39.8 in -3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 47.0 in 56.5 in -9.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 41.5 in 53.0 in -11.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 38.0 in -4.1 in
Total Legroom 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 81 in (over 2 rows) -4.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.9 ft3 34.4 ft3 -21.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 20.2 ft3 74.7 ft3 -54.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo C30

2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 
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