2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | V70 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
