| Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Volvo V90 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
twincharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 316 hp@5700 295 lb-ft@2200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 115.8 in | -11.9 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 194.7 in | -17 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 74.6 in | -4.9 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.2 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 4185 lb. | -637 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 37.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 35.9 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 19.7 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 53.9 ft3 | 9 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volvo V90.