Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.4 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 178.0 in | 174.3 in | 3.7 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 69.7 in | 0 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 52.8 in | 5.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3570 lb. | 3075 lb. | 495 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.8 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.3 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.7 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 48.1 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 32.2 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 36.6 ft3 |
2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |