2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
