2008 Volvo XC90 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 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 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
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2008 Volvo XC90 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | XC90 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4414 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |