2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |