Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Land Rover LR4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 375 hp@6500 375 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.6 in | -9.7 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 190.1 in | -12.4 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 75.4 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 74.1 in | -16.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 5659 lb. | -2111 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.8 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.0 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 42.4 in | -4.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 59.2 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.6 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.1 in | -40.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.8 in | -42.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 116.3 in (over 3 rows) | -40.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.4 | 44.5 ft3 | -17.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 87.4 ft3 | -24.5 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 |
2012 Land Rover LR4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 375-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Perfect family car. fold down seats that, because of the raised headline, are usable by adults. large cargo area, 3rd row a/c.... see full Land Rover LR4 review |