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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (295 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. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 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 | 3596 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1637 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
