2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 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 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1934 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |