Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.6 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 188.9 in | -23.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 74.7 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 70.2 in | -11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4612 lb. | -1286 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.7 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.3 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.0 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.4 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.4 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.1 in | -54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 34.6 in | 0.9 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 | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | -29 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 43.3 ft3 | -28.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | -39.1 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 |