| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo C70 | Toyota Avalon | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 111.0 in | -7.1 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 197.2 in | -16.8 in |
| Width | 72.3 in | 72.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 58.5 in | -3.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3792 lb. | 3490 lb. | 302 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 59.4 in | -5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.8 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.2 in | -11.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 56.2 in | -14.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 40.9 in | -7 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volvo C70.
| 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 |