2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2009 Porsche 911 and 2009 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S40. 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 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 473 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |