2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 514 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | Cayenne | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |