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The XC90 V8: A Purebred Performer with Its Supercharged Volvo Performance PartsReleased on = May 6, 2005, 12:41 pm Press Release Author = Jenny McLane Industry = Automotive Press Release Summary = The production Volvo XC90 V8 has the makings of purebred performer. The new V8 engine marks a new turning point in Volvo Cars' history. That power is routed through Volvo's Haldex electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system. Volvo C90 V8 engine has compact dimensions and weighs just 418 pounds, which is necessary for low fuel consumption. 15-inch floating discs with 8-piston calipers handle brake duty up front. Press Release
Body = Volvo has achieved many environmental milestones over the
years. The ULEV-II certified low emission vehicles including the
XC90 V8 is another testimony to its commitment to the environment.
The production Volvo XC90 V8 has the The new V8 engine
marks a new turning point in Volvo Cars' history. Since 1927, it
is the first V8 the company has produced and the Volvo XC90 is the
first model to be powered by the new engine. One absolute requirement
for the new V8 engine was that A transverse engine is helpful in maintaining the frontal crumple zones in the XC90 and thus not compromise on protective safety," says Hans Wikman. For this reason, extremely compact external dimensions were essential for the new engine. This also explains the choice of just 60 degrees between the two banks of cylinders -- as opposed to the more conventional 90 degrees. The XC90 V8
has an estimated 600 horsepower with the use of a massive supercharger,
revised engine mapping and low restriction exhaust. That power is
routed through Volvo's Haldex electronically controlled all-wheel-drive
system. The system is "pre-charged" which means that power
may be instantly routed to the wheel with the most traction. A new
6-speed automatic "Geartonic" transmission rounds out
the Likewise, Parts
Train with its supercharged line up of innovative Volvo auto body
parts plays an integral part of any replacement part needs for your
vehicle. These superior Volvo auto parts could push this next generation
SUV to the next level. Performance Volvo car parts are at its best
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