2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90. 1996 Volvo V90 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Boxster | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | V90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
