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Volvo V50 (2008) vs. Scion FR-S (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo V50 and 2013 Scion FR-S specs.

2008 Volvo V50 and 2013 Scion FR-S Specifications

Model Year 2008 2013  
Model Volvo V50 Scion FR-S  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@7000
151 lb-ft@6400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 101.2 in 2.7 in
Length 177.7 in 166.7 in 11 in
Width 69.7 in 69.9 in -0.2 in
Height 57.2 in 50.6 in 6.6 in
Curb Weight 3379 lb. 2806 lb. 573 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 13.2 gal. 2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 37.1 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 54.5 in 0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 53.1 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.9 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 35.0 in 3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.1 in 51.7 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 50.7 in 45.3 in 5.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.4 in 29.9 in 4.5 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 71.8 in (over 2 rows) 4.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 27.4 ft3 6.9 ft3 20.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 62.9 ft3 6.9 ft3 56 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50

2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Scion FR-S

2013 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2013 Unlike a Mazda Miata or Nissan 370Z, the FR-S has a rear seat. But even a driver of middling height will position the front seat just inches away from the rear seat, leaving too little room for a rear passenger's legs. It would help if there was enough space beneath the front seats for the rear passengers' feet, but there isn't. To even carry children in the back, occupants of the front seats must slide forward. The back seat will serve in a pinch, but the FR-S isn't viable for frequent use by four people. The late, lamented Mazda RX-8 was capable of carrying four adults thanks more intelligent packaging. see full Scion FR-S review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Scion FR-S

2013 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4
6-speed manual RWD
Although form-fitting, the seats are incredibly comfortable, even for the big and tall crowd. The car fits like a bespoke suit. The back seat is suitable only for toddlers. see full Scion FR-S review
2013 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4
6-speed manual RWD
Again, if your metric includes back seats, forget it. These are only here for insurance purposes. Seriously. see full Scion FR-S review
2013 2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4
6-speed manual RWD
If you are a larger person walk right by it, i'm only slightly above average (5-11, 190) and just wearing a coat can make for a tight fit. But if you do fit you can drive it for hours no problem. see full Scion FR-S review
 
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