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Volvo XC90 (2009) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2009 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Volvo XC90 Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
311 hp@5850
325 lb-ft@3900
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6500
250 lb-ft@2300
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.6 in 112.5 in 0.1 in
Length 188.9 in 188.8 in 0.1 in
Width 74.7 in 71.4 in 3.3 in
Height 70.2 in 69.3 in 0.9 in
Curb Weight 4826 lb. 4044 lb. 782 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 17.0 gal. 4.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 40.9 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 55.7 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 51.1 in 4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 41.2 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 40.1 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.4 in 55.9 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 51.4 in 2.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 40.2 in -5.6 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) 81.4 in (over 2 rows) 24.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.8 ft3 35.7 ft3 -26.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.3 ft3 35.7 7.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.1 ft3 67.1 ft3 18 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo XC90

2009 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2008 Chevrolet Equinox

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
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