2012 Volvo XC70 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo XC70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo XC70 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | XC70 | 911 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4838 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1604 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |