1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Rasheen | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Rasheen | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
