2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Pilot | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
