2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50. 2007 Volvo V50 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. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 177 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 | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |