2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 140 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 561 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2011 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza 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.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Impreza | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |