| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Routan | Volvo XC70 | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 108.8 in | 12.4 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 186.3 in | 16.2 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 73.2 in | 3.7 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 61.5 in | 7.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3699 lb. | 922 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 56.2 in | 6.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.6 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.9 in | 8.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 30.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 37.4 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 37.4 | 45.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 71.4 ft3 | 69.6 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volvo XC70.