| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo C70 | 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 Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.9 in | -3 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 184.6 in | -4.2 in |
| Width | 72.3 in | 71.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 67.9 in | -12.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3792 lb. | 3649 lb. | 143 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -2.7 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 | 12.8 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 39.7 ft3 | -26.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.8 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -67.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volvo C70.
| 2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |