Lexus RX 2019 vs Volvo XC90 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.4 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus RX) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volvo XC90) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 238 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds | |
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Lexus RX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus RX engine produces 75 HP more power than Volvo XC90, whereas torque is 10 NM more than Volvo XC90. Thanks to more power Lexus RX reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 | 8.2 | |
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The Lexus RX is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus RX consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC90, which means that by driving the Lexus RX over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 205 mm (8.1 inches) | 218 mm (8.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo XC90 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | 4.81 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.71 m | 1.78 m | |
| Lexus RX is 8 cm longer than the Volvo XC90, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus RX is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Seats: | 5 seats | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 553 litres | 249 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 249 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | 553 litres | 600 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1837 litres | |
| In 5-seat version Volvo XC90 has more luggage space (by 47 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 12.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus RX is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volvo XC90, which means Lexus RX can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`500 | 2`680 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 53 000 | 10 800 | |
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