Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.5 in | 101.5 in | 16 in |
Length | 194.8 in | 174.1 in | 20.7 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 70.5 in | 8.6 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 56.9 in | 13 in |
Curb Weight | 4293 lb. | 3508 lb. | 785 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.9 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 54.7 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.7 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.8 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 41.5 in | 15 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 32.5 in | 4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.9 in | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
Total Legroom | 109.8 in (over 3 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 41.8 ft3 | 6.6 | 35.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.7 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 75.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volvo XC90.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |