Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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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 | 108.3 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 184.3 in | -6.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.7 in | -4 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 64.8 in | -7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 4001 lb. | -453 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.0 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.8 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.3 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.8 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 53.0 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.4 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | 4.3 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 |
2011 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |