Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Lexus GS | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.2 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 190.0 in | -12.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.7 in | -2 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.1 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 3927 lb. | -379 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 37.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.3 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.4 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.0 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 51.4 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.4 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 50.2 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 |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |