2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Defender | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
