2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S90 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 915 kg more than 1996 Volvo S90.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo S90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | S90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |