Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 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 | 203.7 in | -14.8 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 78.5 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 69.9 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 4844 lb. | -18 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 | 61.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.0 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.3 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.4 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 61.0 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 57.8 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.8 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 37.8 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 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) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 70.3 ft3 | -27 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -31.2 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |