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Volvo XC90 (2011) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs.

2011 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Volvo XC90 Mercedes-Benz C-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,860 mm 2,761 mm 0 mm
Length 4,798 mm 4,630 mm 0 mm
Width 1,897 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,783 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,061 kg 1,600 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 80 L 66 L 14 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,008 mm 942 mm -941 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,328 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,041 mm 1,059 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 975 mm 937 mm 38 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,458 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,374 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 848 mm 31 mm
Headroom, Row 3 902 mm 0 mm 902 mm
Legroom, Row 3 765 mm 0 mm 765 mm
Total Legroom 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 249 L 351 L -102 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,226 L 12.4 -11.4 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,410 L 12.4 -10.4 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo XC90

2011 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2009 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2009 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
 
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