Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 109.4 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 187.4 in | -9.7 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 74.4 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 66.3 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 4101 lb. | -553 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.1 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.7 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.3 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 58.0 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 56.4 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 39.4 in | -5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.4 in | -41.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 112.3 in (over 3 rows) | -36.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.4 | 38.0 ft3 | -10.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -10.1 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 2018 Kia Sorento.