2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 584 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayenne | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 334 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
