2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
