1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
