2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Intrepid 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 111 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 689 kg more than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | XC90 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
