2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz G and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | G | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
