2000 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2000 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo C70 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | C70 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
