1995 Volvo 850 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 800 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Volvo 850 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | 850 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |