2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 7 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 30 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | X670 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |