2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo C30 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
