Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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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 | 108.3 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 184.3 in | 4.6 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 73.7 in | 1 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 64.8 in | 5.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4612 lb. | 4001 lb. | 611 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.7 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.0 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.8 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.7 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 55.8 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.0 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.4 in | -1.8 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) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 27.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -21.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 29.9 | 13.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | 26.5 ft3 |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |
2011 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |