2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | R | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
