| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo XC90 | Toyota Corolla | |
| Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 102.4 in | 10.2 in |
| Length | 188.9 in | 178.7 in | 10.2 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 69.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 70.2 in | 57.7 in | 12.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4544 lb. | 2745 lb. | 1799 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.0 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.7 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 37.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 54.6 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 43.9 in | 10.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.3 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 0.0 in | 30.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 27.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 12.3 | 31 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 72.8 ft3 |
| 2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2012 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla review |