2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 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) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |