Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 232 kW@5850 441 Nm@3900 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 160 kW@5600 301 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,897 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,783 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,092 kg | 1,655 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 72 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 1,011 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 925 mm | -46 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 902 mm | 820 mm | 82 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,011 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 765 mm | 767 mm | -2 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 249 L | 297 L | -48 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,226 L | 1,124 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,410 L | 2,282 L | 0 L |
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 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |