Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Ford Mustang | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.1 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 178.0 in | 188.5 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.9 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 55.8 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3570 lb. | 3630 lb. | -60 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.3 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.4 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.5 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 45.0 in | 9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 45.2 in | 5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 29.8 in | 4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 72.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 | 3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 | 34.6 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 |
2013 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |
2013 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Coupe 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
My dad's 2010 Camaro has much more legroom than my Mustang. 2 more inches would help a lot, though I have to admit even at 6-3, I'm still pretty comfy in the Mustang. The room would be nice to have on trips. see full Ford Mustang review |