2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |