2022 Volvo XC90 vs. 2022 Porsche Cayenne

The Volvo XC90 and Porsche Cayenne are two of the most popular luxury SUVs on the market. The new 2020 models have a lot of similarities, but they also have some unique features that set them apart from each other. In this article, we'll compare and contrast the exterior design, interior design, technology & safety features, engine performance specs, fuel economy ratings, and more so you can decide which one is right for you!

Design & Style

• Exterior Design

If you're looking for an unmistakably Scandinavian vehicle, the Volvo XC90 is it. With its clean lines and simple shape, the car looks like Ikea could have designed it. On the other hand, the Porsche Cayenne has such a dramatic design that it feels more like a concept car than an actual production vehicle.

They both sport steeply sloped windshields that give them an aggressive look while allowing plenty of headroom inside (7 inches front/6 inches rear). The XC90's grille is narrow but deep; on our tester model (the XC90 T8), it was finished in black chrome and flanked by LED "shield" headlights. Meanwhile, the Cayenne's grille is wider-and even taller-than its counterpart at 7 inches across and 2 inches deep; this model has diamond-studded LED lights surrounding its daytime running lights (DRLs) rather than shield-shaped lamps as found on some other models.

• Interior Design

The interior of the 2022 Volvo XC90 is a lot like that of a typical luxury car. The dashboard looks like it belongs to something out of a science fiction movie, with a large touchscreen that displays information about everything from navigation to entertainment to climate control. A big part of what makes the 2022 Volvo XC90 so fun to drive is its incredible seats-they're comfortable and supportive, which helps you stay focused on the road ahead.

In contrast, the 2022 Porsche Cayenne has an interior design that's more in line with what people expect from an SUV than from a luxury sports car. Its dashboard features simple controls and analog dials for things like temperature control and fuel economy readouts; there are no buttons at all on its steering wheel except for those needed for changing radio stations or adjusting your mirrors (and even those can be done through voice commands). It's clear from looking at these two vehicles' interiors that they cater to different types of customers: while some people prefer flashy technology over comfort in their vehicles' interiors, others value simplicity over flashiness when selecting which new SUV they want their next vehicle purchase.

Technology & Safety

The 2022 Volvo XC90 features an 8" touchscreen infotainment system, which is a major improvement over the 7" screen in the current model. A standard rear-view camera helps you see what's behind you, and a 360-degree bird's eye view camera system provides a better view of what's around corners. The XC90 also comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, so it won't be difficult to keep your phone connected while driving. The 2022 Porsche Cayenne comes with similar tech, including an 8" touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The Porsche also has optional voice control functionality, so you can use voice commands to make calls or send text messages without taking your eyes off the road (and when paired with smart glasses).

The 2022 Volvo XC90 also offers all kinds of safety features on top of its standard automatic emergency braking system: lane keeping assist technology; blind-spot monitoring; rear cross-traffic alert detection; adaptive cruise control; pedestrian detection technology; low speed forward automatic braking system; front collision warning collision avoidance technology systems (including pedestrian detection); front parking sensors; side curtain airbags for both rows of passengers along with driver knee airbag protection systems.

Performance

The XC90 gets a 2.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine that produces 250 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. The Cayenne uses a 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 400 horsepower and 406-pound feet of torque and a turbocharged V6 with 350-pound feet of torque at just 2,000 RPM, which is impressive for an SUV this size. If you really need some extra power, the Cayenne has 350 hp on tap in its performance model.

The Bottom Line

If you're looking for a luxury SUV without breaking your budget or compromising safety features, then we recommend going with the 2022 Volvo XC90. 

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