Volvo XC70 (2011) vs. Lexus GS (2006) Specs

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2011 Volvo XC70 and 2006 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year	2011	2006
Model	Volvo XC70	Lexus GS
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100	4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.8 in	112.2 in	-1.4 in
Length	190.5 in	190.0 in	0.5 in
Width	75.8 in	71.7 in	4.1 in
Height	63.1 in	56.1 in	7 in
Curb Weight	4279 lb.	3916 lb.	363 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	18.8 gal.	-0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	37.8 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.4 in	56.3 in	1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.8 in	54.4 in	0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.9 in	43.5 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.6 in	37.0 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	55.1 in	1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.1 in	51.4 in	3.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.6 in	36.4 in	-1.8 in
Total Legroom	76.5 in (over 2 rows)	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	-3.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	33.3 ft³	12.7 ft³	20.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	72.0 ft³	12.7 ft³	59.3 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo XC70.

2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review

2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review

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