2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |