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2008 Volvo V50 and 2014 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 105.9 in | -2 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 178.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 66.3 in | -9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 3732 lb. | -184 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.9 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 52.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -4.9 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 2014 Ford Escape
| 2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
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