2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 833 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 1153 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |