1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 993 | V50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |