1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | V50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |