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Volvo XC90 (2009) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volvo XC90 and 2011 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2009 Volvo XC90 and 2011 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Volvo XC90 Hyundai Sonata  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
311 hp@5850
325 lb-ft@3900		 turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
274 hp@6000
269 lb-ft@1750		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.6 in 110.0 in 2.6 in
Length 188.9 in 189.8 in -0.9 in
Width 74.7 in 72.2 in 2.5 in
Height 70.2 in 57.9 in 12.3 in
Curb Weight 4826 lb. 3338 lb. 1488 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 18.5 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 40.0 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 57.9 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 55.2 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 45.5 in -4.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 37.8 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.4 in 56.7 in 0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 54.9 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 34.6 in 0 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) 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 25.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.8 ft3 16.4 ft3 -7.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.3 ft3 16.4 26.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.1 ft3 16.4 ft3 68.7 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 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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