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Volvo XC90 vs Porsche Cayenne - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (69800 £ vs 87000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Porsche Cayenne?

Volvo XC90

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Porsche Cayenne

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

XC90

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Volvo XC90 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69800 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 17238 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Porsche Cayenne performs decisively better – achieving up to 642 km, about 571 km more than the Volvo XC90.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne has a convincingly edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 701 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs convincingly better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls decisively stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 791 Nm difference.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo XC90 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2080 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers decisively more room – 781 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 479 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs minimal better – up to 1856 L, which is about 148 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 slight takes the win – 710 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Cayenne proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Cayenne is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £87,000
Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km
Volvo XC90
Porsche Cayenne

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Volvo XC90

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The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Volvo XC90
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
69800 - 84600 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4953 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
1771 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Volvo XC90 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.