2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (268 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 373 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | XC90 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 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 | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |