| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo C70 | Volvo XC90 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| 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 | 3640 lb. | 4612 lb. | -972 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.2 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 2011 Volvo C70.
| 2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |