Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Lincoln Town Car | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 239 hp@4900 287 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 123.7 in | -19.8 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 221.4 in | -43.7 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 78.5 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 59.1 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3379 lb. | 4518 lb. | -1139 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 60.3 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 57.0 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.4 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 59.9 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 58.0 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 45.4 in | -11 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 87.1 in (over 2 rows) | -11.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 41.9 ft3 |
2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD |
They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 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 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lincoln Town Car.