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2008 Volvo XC90 and 2009 Audi A3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo XC90 | Audi A3 | |
| Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 101.5 in | 11.1 in |
| Length | 188.9 in | 168.7 in | 20.2 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 69.5 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 70.2 in | 56.0 in | 14.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 3660 lb. | 1166 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.3 in | 4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 52.8 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.8 in | -0.2 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 in (over 2 rows) | 29.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 13.1 | 30.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo XC90
| 2008 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Audi A3
| 2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
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