2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 443 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |