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2011 Volvo V50 and 2008 Ford Taurus Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.9 in | -9 in |
| Length | 178.0 in | 200.4 in | -22.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 74.5 in | -4.8 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 61.5 in | -3.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3570 lb. | 3643 lb. | -73 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.7 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.3 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 57.5 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 53.7 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 41.3 in | -6.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 82.6 in (over 2 rows) | -6.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | -8.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 23 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo V50
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Taurus
| 2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
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