| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 113.6 in | -2.8 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 191.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 72.7 in | 3.1 in |
| Height | 63.1 in | 58.7 in | 4.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4092 lb. | 3659 lb. | 433 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.0 in | -1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.1 ft3 | 58.3 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo XC70.
| 2010 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 |
| 2010 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 |