2001 Rover 25 vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2001 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 25 | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1119 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
