Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo XC70 | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 101.5 in | 7.3 in |
Length | 186.3 in | 174.1 in | 12.2 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.5 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 56.9 in | 4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3699 lb. | 3508 lb. | 191 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.9 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 54.7 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.7 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 35.8 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 41.5 in | 14.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 32.5 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 60.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volvo XC70.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |