2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. 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 249 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. 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 2013 Volvo C30. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
