| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo C70 | Volvo XC90 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.6 in | -8.7 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 188.9 in | -8.5 in |
| Width | 72.3 in | 74.7 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 70.2 in | -15.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3792 lb. | 4544 lb. | -752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 58.3 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.0 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.4 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 57.4 in | -10.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.1 in | -12.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 34.6 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.1 in | -30.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | -29.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 43.3 ft3 | -30.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.8 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | -72.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo C70.
| 2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |