Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Volvo V70 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 110.8 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 189.9 in | 7.3 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.3 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 60.9 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3527 lb. | -37 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.4 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 54.8 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.9 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 56.5 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 55.1 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 34.6 in | 6.3 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 33.3 ft3 | -18.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 72.1 ft3 | -57.7 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2010 Volvo V70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
They are the comfortable front seats I have ever experienced. I can sit in them for several hours without discomfort, which is not usually the case in other cars. see full Volvo V70 review |
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 |