2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |
