Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.4 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 187.2 in | 1.7 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 75.9 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 68.0 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4826 lb. | 5254 lb. | -428 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.7 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.3 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.3 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.4 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.6 in | -1 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) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -22.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 31.0 | 12.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 |
2011 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 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |