1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 944 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
