1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 460 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
