| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 116.9 in | -8.1 in |
| Length | 186.3 in | 193.1 in | -6.8 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 0 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 57.6 in | 3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3669 lb. | 3814 lb. | -145 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 36.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.4 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 19 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 53 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo XC70.
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |