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Volvo XC90 (2011) vs. Chevrolet Avalanche (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche specs.

2011 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Volvo XC90 Chevrolet Avalanche  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
311 hp@5850
325 lb-ft@3900
6.0L V8
OHV-2v
366 hp@5500
380 lb-ft@4300
 
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 221.3 in -32.4 in
Width 74.7 in 79.1 in -4.4 in
Height 70.2 in 76.6 in -6.4 in
Curb Weight 4826 lb. 5963 lb. -1137 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 31.0 gal. -9.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 41.1 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 65.3 in -7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 64.4 in -9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 41.3 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 40.0 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.4 in 65.2 in -7.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 62.3 in -8.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 39.1 in -4.5 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) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 25.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.8 ft3 45.5 ft3 -36.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.3 ft3 45.5 -2.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.1 ft3 101.1 ft3 -16 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo XC90

2011 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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