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2008 Volvo V50 and 2012 Buick Regal Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Buick Regal | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.8 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 190.2 in | -12.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.1 in | -3.4 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3379 lb. | 3710 lb. | -331 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 52.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 48.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Regal
| 2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
| 2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |
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