1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
