Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,893 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,514 mm | 4,796 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,941 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 2,137 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 85 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,006 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 988 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,288 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 886 mm | -12 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 776 L | 909 L | -133 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,781 L | 2,008 L | -1 L |
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 |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |