2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Wrangler | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3777 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |