2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2002 Volvo C70. (162 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Panamera | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
