Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 3,002 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 5,085 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,897 mm | 1,984 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,783 mm | 1,737 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,189 kg | 2,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 100 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 991 mm | -16 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 942 mm | -63 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 902 mm | 899 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,234 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 765 mm | 742 mm | 23 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,733 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 249 L | 309 L | -60 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,226 L | 1,136 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,410 L | 2,512 L | 0 L |
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 |
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |