Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,577 mm | 4,252 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,814 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,427 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,539 kg | 1,452 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 60 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 970 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,245 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 925 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,194 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 846 mm | 861 mm | -15 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 394 L | 365 L | 29 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 | 572 L | -558.1 |
2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
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 |