| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
| Model | Volvo C70 | Nissan LEAF | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 175.0 in | 5.4 in |
| Width | 72.3 in | 69.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 61.0 in | -5.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3640 lb. | 3256 lb. | 384 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 41.2 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 51.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 52.5 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 50.0 in | -8.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 33.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.8 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -17.2 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 2014 Nissan LEAF.