Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Jeep Patriot | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.7 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 177.7 in | 173.8 in | 3.9 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 69.2 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 65.5 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 3273 lb. | 275 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.3 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 52.3 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.9 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 51.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 39.4 in | -5 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | 8.7 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 2012 Jeep Patriot.