2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 996 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
