| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Volvo S60 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 109.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Length | 186.3 in | 182.2 in | 4.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 58.4 in | 3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3669 lb. | 3901 lb. | -232 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 17.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.3 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 57.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 54.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 53.5 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 33.5 in | 1.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 25.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 59.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo XC70.
| 2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review |