2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Forester | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |