2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayman | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2435 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
