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Volvo XC90 (2010) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Volvo XC90 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2010 Volvo XC90 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2010 2012  
Model Volvo XC90 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
311 hp@5850
325 lb-ft@3900
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.6 in 101.5 in 11.1 in
Length 188.9 in 165.4 in 23.5 in
Width 74.7 in 70.3 in 4.4 in
Height 70.2 in 58.3 in 11.9 in
Curb Weight 4826 lb. 3326 lb. 1500 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 14.5 gal. 6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 39.3 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 54.7 in 3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 41.2 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 38.5 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.4 in 52.8 in 4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 0.0 in 54.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 35.5 in -0.9 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) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 29 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.8 ft3 15.0 ft3 -6.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.3 ft3 15.0 28.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.1 ft3 46.0 ft3 39.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volvo XC90

2010 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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