2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 11 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 76 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |