Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.0 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 178.0 in | 168.9 in | 9.1 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 67.1 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 65.2 in | -7.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3570 lb. | 3215 lb. | 355 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.8 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 50.1 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.5 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.6 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 46.7 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 40.9 in | -6.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -5.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -20 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |