2005 Porsche GT2 vs. 2005 Volvo V70

To start off, both 2005 Porsche GT2 and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Porsche GT2.

Because 2005 Porsche GT2 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 GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, 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 GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche GT2 2005 Volvo V70
Make Porsche Volvo
Model GT2 V70
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2319 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 247 HP
Torque 340 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2760 mm


 

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