2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
