1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 95 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 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, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
