2006 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
