2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 2002 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Carrera GT | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
