| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo V70 | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,814 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,823 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,547 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,270 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 50 L | 20 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 1,031 mm | 985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,011 mm | 979 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 922 mm | -43 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,943 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 943 L | 617 L | 326 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,042 L | 1,506 L | 1 L |
| 2010 Volvo V70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
They are the comfortable front seats I have ever experienced. I can sit in them for several hours without discomfort, which is not usually the case in other cars. see full Volvo V70 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I can sit on this chair for many hours without any problems see full Volvo V70 review |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |