Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.6 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 188.9 in | -10.2 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 74.7 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 70.2 in | 4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4143 lb. | 4612 lb. | -469 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.4 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.0 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 57.4 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 54.1 in | -8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 34.6 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.1 in | -30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 26.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 43.3 ft3 | -8.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |