| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Ford Transit Connect | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 104.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 173.9 in | 3.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 72.6 in | -15.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 3668 lb. | -342 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 46.8 in | -7.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 45.1 in | -7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 58.5 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 58.5 in | -7.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.6 in | -3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 46.8 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 77.0 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Transit Connect.