2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
