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2008 Volvo V50 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 126.6 in | -22.7 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 203.0 in | -25.3 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 75.7 in | -6 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 65.4 in | -8.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 4829 lb. | -1281 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 60.3 in | -5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 59.6 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -32.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.4 | 42.2 ft3 | -14.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -22.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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