Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 109.8 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 189.9 in | -1 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 75.8 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 71.5 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 4675 lb. | 151 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.3 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.8 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.5 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.7 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.8 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.7 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 32.9 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 34.3 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.7 in | -57.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 29.3 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 46.3 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 88.8 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
2009 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2012 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review |