| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo XC60 | Volvo C70 | |
| Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 103.9 in | 5.3 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 180.4 in | 1.8 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 72.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 55.1 in | 12.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3792 lb. | 220 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 38.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 53.6 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 47.0 in | 8.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 41.5 in | 12.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 18 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 54.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo C70.