2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2857 mm |
