| Model Year | 2007 | 2017 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Ford Transit Connect | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,662 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,514 mm | 4,417 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,453 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,509 kg | 1,664 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 60 L | 0 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,189 mm | 987 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 1,146 mm | 967 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,288 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 955 mm | -81 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 776 L | 1,325 L | 775 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,781 L | 2,180 L | -1 L |
| 2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD |
They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Transit Connect.