2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
