Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 109.8 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 188.4 in | -10.7 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 75.2 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 68.1 in | -10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 4266 lb. | -718 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.6 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.7 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.7 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.1 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 59.5 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 56.5 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 38.3 in | -3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.4 | 42.3 ft3 | -14.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -32.5 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 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |