2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 519 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (439 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2748 mm |
