1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 296 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |