2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
