2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC90.
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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayenne | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
