2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 118 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 XC60, 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 XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |