Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.2 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 192.3 in | -3.4 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 72.8 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 72.0 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4612 lb. | 5020 lb. | -408 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.5 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.4 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 58.4 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 57.6 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 36.7 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 28.1 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 | -5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | 5.9 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 |
2009 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |