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Volkswagen Routan (2009) vs. Volvo XC90 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2012 Volvo XC90 specs.

2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2012 Volvo XC90 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Volkswagen Routan Volvo XC90  
Engine 4.0L V6
OHC-4v
251 hp@6000
259 lb-ft@4200
3.2L I6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6200
236 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.2 in 112.6 in 8.6 in
Length 202.5 in 188.9 in 13.6 in
Width 76.9 in 74.7 in 2.2 in
Height 68.9 in 70.2 in -1.3 in
Curb Weight 4621 lb. 4544 lb. 77 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.5 gal. 21.1 gal. -0.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.7 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.0 in 58.3 in 4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.4 in -55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 41.0 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.4 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 64.7 in 57.4 in 7.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.1 in -54.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 34.6 in 1.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.9 in 35.5 in 2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 62.0 in 0.0 in 62 in
Legroom, Row 3 31.8 in 30.1 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 108.7 in (over 3 rows) 105.7 in (over 3 rows) 3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.3 ft3 8.8 ft3 23.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 83.0 ft3 43.3 ft3 39.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 141.0 ft3 85.1 ft3 55.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan

2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo XC90

2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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