2009 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C70.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo C70 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | C70 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2114 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
