Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.9 in | -3 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 184.6 in | -17.2 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 71.9 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 67.9 in | -10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3649 lb. | -448 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 57.9 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.1 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.7 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.8 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 57.0 in | -10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.9 in | -13.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 36.4 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -31.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 39.7 ft3 | -26.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -60.4 ft3 |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |