1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
