| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo XC60 | Toyota 4Runner | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 109.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 189.9 in | -7.7 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 75.8 in | -1.4 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 71.5 in | -4.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4225 lb. | 4400 lb. | -175 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 56.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 57.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 55.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 32.9 in | 3.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.3 in | -34.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.7 in | -57.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.3 in | -29.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | -26.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 30.8 | 46.3 ft3 | -15.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 88.8 ft3 | -21.4 ft3 |
| 2011 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review |
| 2011 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review |