2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
