2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (258 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |