2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2001 Porsche 911 and 2001 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2001 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | S80 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |