2004 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S60 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | S60 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
