2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Porsche 911 and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70. 2006 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |