1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |