2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 934 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
