Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
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 | 4744 lb. | 4844 lb. | -100 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 |
2012 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 |
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 |