2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 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 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70. 2013 Volvo C70 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. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | C70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |