2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayenne | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4505 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.3 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 | 2430 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 70 L |
