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Volvo XC90 (2008) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo XC90 and 2011 Mazda CX-9 specs.

2008 Volvo XC90 and 2011 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Volvo XC90 Mazda CX-9  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
311 hp@5850
325 lb-ft@3900
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,860 mm 2,875 mm 0 mm
Length 4,798 mm 5,085 mm -1 mm
Width 1,897 mm 1,935 mm 0 mm
Height 1,783 mm 1,727 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,189 kg 2,062 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 80 L 76 L 4 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,008 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,509 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,041 mm 1,039 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 975 mm 991 mm -16 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,458 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,374 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 1,011 mm 878 mm
Headroom, Row 3 902 mm 899 mm 3 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,445 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,110 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 765 mm 823 mm -58 mm
Total Legroom 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 249 L 487 L -238 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,226 L 1,368 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,410 L 2,852 L 0 L

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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 2011 Mazda CX-9

2011 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review
 
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