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Volvo C30 (2008) vs. Volkswagen Jetta (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo C30 and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta specs.

2008 Volvo C30 and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Volvo C30 Volkswagen Jetta  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 104.4 in -0.5 in
Length 167.4 in 182.2 in -14.8 in
Width 70.2 in 70.0 in 0.2 in
Height 57.0 in 57.2 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 3201 lb. 2804 lb. 397 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 14.5 gal. 1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 38.2 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.6 in 55.2 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.2 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.4 in 37.1 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 47.0 in 53.6 in -6.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 41.5 in 0.0 in 41.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 38.1 in -4.2 in
Total Legroom 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) -3.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.9 ft3 15.5 ft3 -2.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 20.2 ft3 15.5 ft3 4.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo C30

2008 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
2008 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 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 
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