2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S60 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 222 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
