Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
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 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 116.0 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 202.0 in | -13.1 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 79.0 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 76.9 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4612 lb. | 5485 lb. | -873 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -4.9 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 | 39.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 65.2 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 60.6 in | -6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.0 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 37.9 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 25.6 in | 4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 60.3 ft3 | -17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -23.8 ft3 |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |