1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
