Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 108.3 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 191.6 in | -2.7 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 78.5 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 68.2 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 4612 lb. | 4550 lb. | 62 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.0 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.2 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 61.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 59.1 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 38.7 in | -4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 37.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 29.1 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |