2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | Cayenne | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |