2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayenne | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
