Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 130.0 in | -17.4 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 221.6 in | -32.7 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 79.8 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 73.6 in | -3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 5654 lb. | -828 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -9.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 65.2 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 61.4 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.3 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 65.2 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 62.0 in | -7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 38.9 in | -4.3 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) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 25.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 0.0 | 43.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 0.0 | 85.1 ft3 |
2011 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |