2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Porsche Cayenne and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,805 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 990 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | Cayenne | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4805 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |