2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
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 S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
