2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40. 2007 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
