Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5600 270 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 105.9 in | -2 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 183.9 in | -16.5 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 74.6 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 70.9 in | -13.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 4050 lb. | -849 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 41.3 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 58.4 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.4 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 40.3 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 53.9 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 51.0 in | -9.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 31.3 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 27.9 ft3 | -15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 66.8 ft3 | -46.6 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |
2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 259-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Rear seats are cramped. Access is awful, with strange half-doors that require front doors to be open before they can be opened. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |