Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo XC60 | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 111.0 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 197.2 in | -15 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 72.8 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 58.5 in | 8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3490 lb. | 522 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 38.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.4 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.8 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.2 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 56.2 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 40.9 in | -4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 53 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |