1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 927 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |