Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.9 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 184.6 in | 4.3 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 71.9 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 67.9 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4544 lb. | 3649 lb. | 895 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.1 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.0 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.9 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.4 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 32.3 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 30.2 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |