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Volvo XC90 (2008) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo XC90 and 2012 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2008 Volvo XC90 and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Volvo XC90 Hyundai Elantra  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
311 hp@5850
325 lb-ft@3900
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
131 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.6 in 106.3 in 6.3 in
Length 188.9 in 178.3 in 10.6 in
Width 74.7 in 69.9 in 4.8 in
Height 70.2 in 56.5 in 13.7 in
Curb Weight 4826 lb. 2661 lb. 2165 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 12.8 gal. 8.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 40.0 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 55.9 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 53.5 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 43.6 in -2.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 37.1 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.4 in 54.8 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 52.7 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 33.1 in 1.5 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) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 29 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.8 ft3 14.8 ft3 -6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.3 ft3 14.8 28.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.1 ft3 14.8 ft3 70.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo XC90

2008 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 2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 0 Seats mold to your body and they heat up fast which helps in winter. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This is really not a con. If they offered the option of a front passenger power seat with lumbar as an option, I along with many others would likely opt for it. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2011 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 
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