Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Volvo XC70 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 110.8 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 190.5 in | 6.7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 75.8 in | -3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 63.1 in | -4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4152 lb. | -662 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.7 in | 0.1 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 | 72.0 ft3 | -57.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Volvo XC70.