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Volvo S90 vs Porsche Cayman comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or Porsche Cayman?

Volvo S90 vs Porsche Cayman: Key differences

Volvo S90

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Porsche Cayman

  • marginally more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

S90

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo S90 is significantly cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 12.2 L/100km.

Cayman

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayman offers marginally more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayman is considerably faster – reaching 315 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 135 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers noticeably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm more.

S90

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo S90 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is visibly lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 422 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers substantially more boot space – 453 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries clearly more – 518 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 237 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Porsche Cayman

The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
4,969 mm
Length
4,456 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Volvo S90 have?

The Volvo S90 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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