1997 Porsche 993 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 993 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 993 | S60 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |