Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus GX | Volvo V70 | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 110.8 in | -1 in |
Length | 188.2 in | 189.9 in | -1.7 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 73.3 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 74.6 in | 60.9 in | 13.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4871 lb. | 3527 lb. | 1344 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 57.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.8 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.9 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 56.5 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.1 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 34.6 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.5 in | 0.0 in | 36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.9 in | 0.0 in | 24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 27 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 33.3 ft3 | -20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.7 ft3 | 33.3 | 16.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.5 ft3 | 72.1 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |
2009 Volvo V70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I can sit on this chair for many hours without any problems see full Volvo V70 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have driven 12 hours/trip and seating comfortable, a stress free and comfortable drive/ see full Volvo V70 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
as above see full Volvo V70 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
great comfort if you have passengers, passengers very complimentary/ see full Volvo V70 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We spent five days of driving in the car in August and the seats remained comfortable for all 4,000 miles. see full Volvo V70 review |