| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Volvo S60 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.9 in | -3 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 180.2 in | -12.8 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 71.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 56.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3393 lb. | -192 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 56.2 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 49.0 in | 4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.9 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.5 in | -8.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 55.2 in | -13.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 33.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 6.3 ft3 |
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 |
| 2006 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 177hp 2.0L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
one word? SUPER. one time drove 15 hours, couple of rest stops, futher nothing the mather. see full Volvo S60 review |
| 2006 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough rear seat legroom for a car in this class. see full Volvo S60 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Minimal rear seat leg room. Our kids are 9 & 8 - we are having to look for a replacement car as they are getting too big for this one. To offset the front seats are as comfortable as I have experienced in a car. Now considering an S80 or XC70. see full Volvo S60 review |