2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 8 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
