| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Nissan Xterra | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 106.3 in | 2.5 in |
| Length | 186.3 in | 178.7 in | 7.6 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 72.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 74.9 in | -13.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3699 lb. | 4376 lb. | -677 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 55.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 46.1 in | 8.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 34.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.4 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volvo XC70.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Nissan Xterra.