2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 996 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
