| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
| 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 | 3837 lb. | 3649 lb. | 188 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 | 12.8 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 |
| 2013 Volvo C70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great front seats, very comfortable. Minimal wind buffeting with the top down. Volvo offered an accessory wind blocker with this model but it's not necessary. Interior trim on the arm rests could be softer. My elbow gets sore resting on the hard plastic. I keep a small fleece pad in the car to solve this little issue. see full Volvo C70 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 |