Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Honda Civic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 178.0 in | 176.7 in | 1.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 69.0 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 56.5 in | 1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3570 lb. | 2912 lb. | 658 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.7 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 51.9 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.4 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 52.4 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 51.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 34.6 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 32.2 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 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |