2010 Acura RL vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2010 Acura RL.
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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura RL | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | XC90 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4971 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |