2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayenne | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
