1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 16 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 78 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Touran |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |