2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volvo C70

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche 911 2006 Volvo C70
Make Porsche Volvo
Model 911 C70
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3823 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1657 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 68 L