2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 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 (759 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
