Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 121.2 in | -17.3 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 202.5 in | -24.8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 76.9 in | -7.2 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 68.9 in | -11.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3379 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1242 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 63.0 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 64.7 in | -10.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.3 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.4 | 83.0 ft3 | -55.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -78.1 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 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |