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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Volvo S60 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. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3589 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |