2007 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | XC90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
