Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.2 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 178.0 in | 193.6 in | -15.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.2 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 57.4 in | 57.1 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3543 lb. | 4012 lb. | -469 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.5 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.5 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.1 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 56.1 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 54.0 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.3 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 31.1 ft3 |
2010 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |