2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |