2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (325 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |
