2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |