2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 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 (530 HP) has 313 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60. 2010 Volvo XC60 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. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
