1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 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 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 911 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3746 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |