1991 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Golf | Panamera |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |