2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |