Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo XC70 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 101.5 in | 7.3 in |
Length | 186.3 in | 179.3 in | 7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.1 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 59.2 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3669 lb. | 3228 lb. | 441 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 54.8 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.1 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 53.1 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 35.5 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.4 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo XC70.
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |