2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | S80 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
