2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo S80. 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 (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayenne | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2835 mm |
