2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (312 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2006 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
