Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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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 | 118.9 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 201.8 in | -12.9 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 79.0 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 72.2 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 4980 lb. | -154 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 62.0 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 57.4 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.3 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.0 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 61.4 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 57.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.9 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 37.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.4 in | -57.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 33.2 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | -10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 67.5 ft3 | -24.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -31.1 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |