2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche 996 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 996 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |