| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 102.4 in | 8.4 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 171.9 in | 18.6 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 69.5 in | 6.3 in |
| Height | 63.1 in | 61.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4092 lb. | 2865 lb. | 1227 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 53.3 in | 4.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 52.3 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 52.6 in | 3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 43.7 in | 11.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.1 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 10.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo XC70.
| 2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |