2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Volvo S60, 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
