Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
6.2L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@5600 460 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 116.0 in | -12.1 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 204.0 in | -26.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 80.5 in | -10.8 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 74.4 in | -17.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3379 lb. | 5569 lb. | -2190 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 42.8 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 64.8 in | -9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 60.8 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 45.3 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.7 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 65.1 in | -11 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 60.3 in | -9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 39.0 in | -4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.6 in | -62.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.8 in | -24.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 109.1 in (over 3 rows) | -33.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.4 | 51.6 ft3 | -24.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 94.7 ft3 | -31.8 ft3 |
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 |
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