2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S90. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 Volvo S90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo S90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | S90 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |