Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 109.8 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 188.2 in | 0.7 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 74.0 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 74.6 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 4871 lb. | -45 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.5 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.8 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.4 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.8 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.8 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 36.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 24.9 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2006 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
It is great for young children, but not very comfortable for adults. It would LEGALLY allow you to drive many people around, but certainly not comfortably in the third row. Third row does NOT allow room even for kids in car seats to have any leg room. see full Lexus GX review |