2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Panamera | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Panamera | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
