1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 423 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
