1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 314 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2008 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Touran |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |