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Volvo XC90 (2011) vs. Saturn VUE (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Saturn VUE specs.

2011 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Saturn VUE Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Volvo XC90 Saturn VUE  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
311 hp@5850
325 lb-ft@3900
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
257 hp@6500
241 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.6 in 106.6 in 6 in
Length 188.9 in 180.1 in 8.8 in
Width 74.7 in 72.8 in 1.9 in
Height 70.2 in 67.0 in 3.2 in
Curb Weight 4826 lb. 4325 lb. 501 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 19.0 gal. 2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 40.2 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 56.0 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 52.6 in 2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 40.7 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 39.3 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.4 in 55.9 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 52.9 in 1.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 36.9 in -2.3 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) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) 28.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.8 ft3 26.5 ft3 -17.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.3 ft3 26.5 16.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.1 ft3 54.3 ft3 30.8 ft3

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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 Saturn VUE

2008 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof. see full Saturn VUE review
2008 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
More comfortable than the Pacifica i drove for the past 5 years see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4
5-speed manual FWD
There`s LOT`S of head and leg room...enough said! see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid
4-speed automatic FWD
Most space in its class. see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
very roomy, i dont feel cramped in see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
You have a lot of space in front seat that you do not feel too tight that you cannot move. It is very rommy and also in the back too. see full Saturn VUE review
2008 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Too hard. see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It need more lumbar support. see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Not enough leg room. Back seat is not cushioned sufficiently for comfort. Backseat rest is to upright with minimal adjustments see full Saturn VUE review
 
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