| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Toyota 4Runner | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 109.8 in | 1 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 189.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 75.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 63.1 in | 69.3 in | -6.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4092 lb. | 4045 lb. | 47 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.6 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.9 in | -32.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.1 in | -24.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | -24 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 21.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.3 | 36.6 ft3 | -3.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.0 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Volvo XC70.
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |