Porsche Cayenne vs Volvo XC40

How does the Porsche Cayenne stack up against the Volvo XC40? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Porsche CayennePorsche Cayenne
vs
Volvo XC40Volvo XC40
SpecPorsche CayenneVolvo XC40
Horsepower (max)1,136 hp197 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.5 s7.6 s
Top speed305 km/h180 km/h
Variants1713
Body stylePerformance SUVCompact SUV
Generation9YA / E3XC40
Production2018 – present2017 – present
Length4,985 mm4,440 mm
Width1,980 mm1,873 mm
Height1,674 mm1,652 mm
Wheelbase2,895 mm2,702 mm

Porsche Cayenne vs Volvo XC40: common questions

Is the Porsche Cayenne or Volvo XC40 faster?
The Porsche Cayenne is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.4s versus the Volvo XC40's 7.2s (0-100 km/h in 2.5s vs 7.6s).
Which has more horsepower, the Porsche Cayenne or the Volvo XC40?
The Porsche Cayenne makes more power: 1,136 hp (847 kW) versus 197 hp (147 kW) for the Volvo XC40.
Is the Porsche Cayenne or Volvo XC40 faster on top speed?
The Porsche Cayenne has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 112 mph (180 km/h) for the Volvo XC40.
What is the main difference between the Porsche Cayenne and the Volvo XC40?
The Porsche Cayenne is a performance suv, while the Volvo XC40 is a compact suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.