| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo XC90 | Acura TSX | |
| Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.4 in | 6.2 in |
| Length | 188.9 in | 189.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 72.4 in | 2.3 in |
| Height | 70.2 in | 57.9 in | 12.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 3809 lb. | 1017 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 37.6 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.4 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 56.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.3 in | 0.3 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) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 29 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -22.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 31.5 | 11.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 |
| 2009 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row very roomy. 2nd row very comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and two car seats fit in back. see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
| 2012 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |