2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayenne | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
