2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Trans Sport | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |