2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90.
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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | LR3 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |