2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60, 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |