2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volvo S60

To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2007 Volvo S60
Make Porsche Volvo
Model 911 S60
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3605 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 257 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 307 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1539 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.3 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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