1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 14 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2012 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
