2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP) has 303 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 435 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
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2012 Volvo XC90 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
Model | XC90 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 503 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2745 mm |