2004 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu VehiCross | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | VehiCross | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |
