2008 Lexus RX vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Lexus RX and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | RX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
