| Model Year | 2011 | 2024 | |
| Model | Volvo C70 | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 617 hp@6000 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 117.1 in | -13.2 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 194.2 in | -13.8 in |
| Width | 72.3 in | 78.9 in | -6.6 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 69.1 in | -14 in |
| Curb Weight | 3640 lb. | 5498 lb. | -1858 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.9 gal. | -6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 60.0 in | -6.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 39.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.4 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.1 in | -11.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.4 in | -3.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 33.9 ft3 | -21.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.8 ft3 | 72.3 ft3 | -59.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo C70.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 BMW X5.