2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | S60 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2198 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
