| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 116.9 in | -6.1 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 193.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 73.2 in | 2.6 in |
| Height | 63.1 in | 57.6 in | 5.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4147 lb. | 3814 lb. | 333 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.3 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.1 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.1 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 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 |