Lexus RX 2003 vs Volvo XC90 2002
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 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: | 204 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 283 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 12 seconds | |
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Lexus RX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus RX engine produces 41 HP more power than Volvo XC90, but torque is 57 NM less than Volvo XC90. Thanks to more power Lexus RX reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.2 | 9.1 | |
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The Volvo XC90 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus RX consumes 3.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC90, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus RX could require 465 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 590 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 760 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| Volvo XC90 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Volvo XC90 2002 2.4 engine: These diesel engines are frequently affected by intake manifold swirl flap seizures. This issue often leads to airflow disruptions and rough engine operation.
The actuator for the turbocharger, which relies ... More about Volvo XC90 2002 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.74 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.74 m | |
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Lexus RX is smaller. Lexus RX is 6 cm shorter than the Volvo XC90, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus RX is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 439 litres | 249 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2130 litres | 2404 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Lexus RX has 190 litres more trunk space than the Volvo XC90. The Volvo XC90 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo XC90 (by 274 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 12.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus RX is 1.3 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`380 | 2`735 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 6000 | 3800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.4/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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