| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Nissan 350Z / 370Z | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 100.4 in | 3.5 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 167.2 in | 10.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 51.9 in | 5.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 3232 lb. | 94 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 0.0 in | 34.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 33.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 | 56 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 |
| 2009 Nissan 350Z / 370Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z / 370Z review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z / 370Z review |