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Volvo XC60 (2012) vs. Toyota Avalon (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volvo XC60 and 2008 Toyota Avalon specs.

2012 Volvo XC60 and 2008 Toyota Avalon Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
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. 3495 lb. 517 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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo XC60

2012 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Avalon

2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review
 
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